In Late 2009, the Report Called "In from the Margins

question 71

Multiple Choice

In late 2009, the report called "In from the Margins: A Call to Action on Poverty, Housing and Homelessness" made the recommendation to implement a federal minimum wage. What did they recommend this minimum wage should be?

• A) $8.00 per hour
• B) $10.00 per hour
• C) $12.00 per hour
• D) $14.00 per hour

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