The index of leading indicators is used to predict changes in business cycles. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the first option or option "a". It is basically used to predict the future of the upcoming economy. It can also be said that it does not always yield the perfect result.
France, went bankrupt after lending a hand to the American Revolution, and The King and Marie wasted money on themselves.
<span>The idea of new riches and treasures was a primary reason why European explorers aimed to cross the Atlantic ocean. Although, in doing so, they went under the guise of educating and helping the indigenous populations, when in reality they aimed to take control once arriving.</span>
If you meant France then it'd be B