Suppose That Welders Working on Offshore Oil Rigs Earn 25

question 155

Multiple Choice

Suppose that welders working on offshore oil rigs earn 25% more than welders working on land-based oil rigs.The difference in earnings is best explained by

• A) differences in education.
• B) differences in training.
• C) differences in working conditions.
• D) differences in abilities.
• E) discrimination.

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