During  and following the recession of 2008-2009, private investment was
A) strong, and this should increase the future productivity  of workers.
B) strong, and this will tend to weaken the future productivity of workers.
C) weak, and this will tend to   reduce the future productivity of workers.
D) weak, and this will  tend to increase the  future productivity  of workers.

Question

During  and following the recession of 2008-2009, private investment was
A) strong, and this should increase the future productivity  of workers.
B) strong, and this will tend to weaken the future productivity of workers.
C) weak, and this will tend to   reduce the future productivity of workers.
D) weak, and this will  tend to increase the  future productivity  of workers.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

During and following the recession of 2008-2009, private investment was weak. This will tend to reduce the future productivity of workers as there will be less investment in new technologies, equipment, and training, which are essential for increasing productivity.

During and Following the Recession of 2008-2009, Private Investment Was