Economic indicators, like unemployment claims and the average workweek, which change before real GDP changes, are called _____________ economic indicators.

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Leading economic indicators are those that have the ability to anticipate changes in the economy. They include things like housing permits, stock prices and consumer confidence. These indicators change before the overall economy does and are used by analysts to make predictions about future economic growth.

Economic Indicators, Like Unemployment Claims and the Average Workweek, Which