Which of the Following Demographic Trends Is the Most Likely

question 137

Multiple Choice

Which of the following demographic trends is the most likely cause for a rapid increase in telecommuting?

• A) the migration toward micropolitan and suburban areas
• B) the migration from rural to metropolitan areas
• C) the increasing number of traditional households
• D) the growing percentage of married couples who do not have children
• E) the declining number of manufacturing workers in today's workforce

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