Other things equal, if a recession gets worse, the number of discouraged workers _____, and the number of those in the labor force _____.
A) increases; decreases
B) decreases; decreases
C) increases; increases
D) decreases; increases

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During a worsening recession, more individuals may become discouraged and stop looking for work, thus increasing the number of discouraged workers and decreasing the labor force participation.

Other Things Equal, If a Recession Gets Worse, the Number