How would scenarios A and B affect the opportunity cost of going to college versus going to work immediately after high school? In which scenario is the opportunity cost of going to college  higher? Why?

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How would scenarios A and B affect the opportunity cost of going to college versus going to work immediately after high school? In which scenario is the opportunity cost of going to college  higher? Why?

SCENARIOS A AND B
A: RECESSION
4
B: ECONOMIC BOOM
SHO
JOBS JOBS
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Transcribed Image Text:SCENARIOS A AND B A: RECESSION 4 B: ECONOMIC BOOM SHO JOBS JOBS (()))
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Recession and economic booms are two parts of the economic cycle that are experienced over the course of time. Recession refers to a period of time when there is an economic decline. This can be seen in reduced levels of economic activity such as a decrease in gross domestic product (GDP), a decline in employment, and a decrease in investment. During a recession, consumers tend to spend less money and companies focus on conserving costs.

On the other hand, an economic boom (also known as an expansion) is a period of economic growth. During a boom, a country's GDP and employment levels increase, and there is an increase in investment. Consumers tend to spend more money and companies are more willing to invest in new projects. Booms are typically followed by recessions and vice versa, making up the economic cycle.

 

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