Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct option.

Since 1980, several economies in developed nations _______.

  1. experiences declines and recoveries

  2. are experiencing declines and recoveries

  3. have experienced declines and recoveries

  4. experienced declines and recoveries

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The time marker 'Since 1980' requires the present perfect tense to describe actions continuing up to the present.