Question

the graph shows the number of employed workers in the united states in nonfarm jobs from 2008 to 2013.
number of employed workers in nonfarm jobs
(2008–2013)
which generalization best describes the information provided by this graph?
○ the united states had the world’s weakest economy by 2010.
○ in today’s economy, a country needs fewer workers to remain strong.
○ by 2012, the united states had solved its economic problems.
○ the united states faced an economic crisis that started in 2008.

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• First option: The graph only shows US nonfarm employment, not global economy comparison, so incorrect.
• Second option: The graph is about US employment, not a general rule for all countries, so incorrect.
• Third option: The graph shows employment still recovering in 2012, so "solved economic problems" is wrong.
• Fourth option: The graph shows a drop in employed workers starting in 2008, consistent with the 2008 economic crisis (like the Great Recession) leading to job losses, so this generalization fits.

Answer:

D. The United States faced an economic crisis that started in 2008.