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jenna1

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While global trade has improved since the recent recession, it has not rebounded to pre-2008 levels.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

According to a recent poll, 50 percent of adults feel that economic inequality is not a problem.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Answer to Question 1

Answer: TRUE
Explanation: Global trade, which grew strongly from the late 1970s through 2008, collapsed during the last global recession and has continued to be sluggish. Some analysts are wondering if this is an indicator of a potentially major macroeconomic change where the world economy is becoming less connected.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: A Harris Interactive Poll found that only 10 percent of adults think that economic inequality is not a problem at all.



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