When Some Jobs Are Inherently More Risky or Unpleasant Than

question 72

Multiple Choice

When some jobs are inherently more risky or unpleasant than other jobs,different workers will be paid different wages because of

• A) differences in human capital.
• B) differing access to capital.
• C) compensating differentials.
• D) discrimination.

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Definitions:

Major Life Stressors

Large disruptions, especially unpredictable and uncontrollable catastrophic events, that affect central areas of people’s lives.

Daily Hassles

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High Blood Pressure

A condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high, often leading to health risks such as heart disease and stroke.

Cold Turkey

The abrupt cessation of a substance or behavior that one is addicted to, without the aid of reducing the habit gradually or using replacement medication.