Answer:
b) The economy is actually harmed as there is a sharp decease in consumer spending.
Explanation:
As a result of the news of a recession people will react by planning for a future that may be bleek financially.
Savings will increase, the greater the fear of recession the more people will save to cushion the impact of recession. There is the possibility of job slow down in economic activities and resultant job losses so extra cash that would have normally been spent will be saved for the rainy day