Throughout the period from 1996 to 2010, U.S.Real GDP growth has been
A)constant.
B)declining.
C)steadily increasing.
D)fluctuating.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

U.S. Real GDP growth from 1996 to 2010 was not constant, steadily increasing, or steadily declining. Instead, it experienced periods of growth and contraction, reflecting economic cycles such as the dot-com bubble in the early 2000s and the Great Recession starting in 2007. This makes "fluctuating" the correct description.

Throughout the Period from 1996 to 2010, U