Which are ways that the economy is affected when the unemployment rate goes up? Select the two correct answers.

A.
Fewer people pay income taxes.

B.
Sales tax rates go down.

C.
Many people refinance their houses.

D.
Less money is spent on investments.

E.
People spend more money on larger items.

The correct answers are A. Fewer people pay income taxes and D. Less money is spent on investments.