Question

united states gdp (2000–2020)
a recession occurs when economic production and growth decline over a period of time.
according to the graph, when did the united states experience a recession?
○ 2000–2002
○ 2008–2009
○ 2012–2013
○ 2016–2017

Explanation:

A recession is defined as a decline in economic production/growth. By analyzing the GDP line graph, we look for a period where the line dips (shows a decrease in GDP). The graph shows a small decline between 2008-2009, while all other listed periods show GDP growth.

Answer:

2008–2009