Economic Myth Busters

Updated: July 11, 2008

A slow or strong economy affects everything from gas prices to college tuition. When the economy is unhealthy, many people lose their jobs or homes and are less able to afford the things they need.

Gas prices are rising all over the country and a record amount of people have had their homes foreclosed. But, there are certain things the government can do to ease the burden faced by the American people during tough economic times.

Take the quiz below and get your facts straight when it comes to diagnosing our nation's economic health.