Why do interest rates follow the business cycle? during a recession, the demand for goods and services is lower, businesses borrow more, and as a result the economy slows down and the interest rates decline. during an expansion, there is downward pressure on interest rates as businesses begin to grow and borrow more money. interest rates tend rise during economic expansion and decline during recessions. typically, the fed tightens credit to stimulate the economy, which puts further downward pressure on interest rates.

About 20 years ago, sturdy light, inc., produced a sturdy, lightweight backpack in a market that was rapidly growing. sturdy light became a leader in this market. eventually, the backpack market reached the maturity stage and slowed down. however, by this time, sturdy light had developed a strong brand name and continued to steadily lead the market. which of the following describes this scenario? a. sturdy light was a star that developed into a cash cow. b. sturdy light was a question mark that developed into a star. c. sturdy light was a dog that developed into a question mark. d. sturdy light was a cash cow that developed into a star.