Yes, it is normal for the economy to go through cycles of expansion and recession, since this is called he "business cycle". It is not normal, however, for recessions to turn into depressions.
The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4th 1776 and declared our independence from Great Britain
I believe the answer to your question would be A. Western European Capitalistic Country, Hope this helps a bunch :)
I think that voter registration by the other 49 states is required because they want to control who can vote. C