Question

unemployment rates
us unemploment rates 2006 to 2012
a normal unemployment rate in the us is considered to be around 5%. according to the graph, in what years was the unemployment rate nearest to this average?
according to the graph, in what years did the us steeply?
2006 through 2008
2009 through 2011

Explanation:

Step1: Observe graph values

Check unemployment - rate values for each year on the graph.

Step2: Identify closest to 5%

In 2006, the rate is around 5%; in other years, it is either much lower (2007 - 2008) or much higher (2009 - 2012).

Answer:

2006