February 2010, the average duration of unemployment increased to 30.5 weeks, a record high. According to CNN

Question:

February 2010, the average duration of unemployment increased to 30.5 weeks, a record high. According to CNN Money, “It’s no wonder unemployed workers are getting discouraged: It’s never taken longer to find a new job.”
a. What type of unemployment is the quote referring to?
b. What may happen if workers become discouraged?