The NBER Describes a Recession as

Multiple Choice

The NBER describes a recession as

A) "a period of significant decline in total output,income,employment,and trade,usually lasting from six months to a year."
B) "a decrease in real GDP for two successive quarters."
C) "a decrease in potential GDP for at least six months."
D) "a decrease in the standard of living for at least one year."
E) "a one year period with increases in the unemployment rate."