Unemployment generally ________ during recessions and ________ during expansions.
A) falls; rises
B) falls; falls
C) rises; falls
D) rises; rises

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During recessions, businesses often have to cut costs and lay off workers, thus leading to a rise in unemployment. Conversely, during expansions, businesses are growing and hiring more workers, leading to a fall in unemployment.

Unemployment Generally ________ During Recessions and ________ During Expansions

Unemployment Generally During Recessions and During Expansions