Suppose That the Demand for Labour Is Given by P

question 29

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the demand for labour is given by P = 30 - Q and the supply of labour is given by P =
2Q. Which of the following is true if a minimum wage of 24 is imposed on the labour market?

• A)the number of people laid off will be 4
• B)the number of people laid off will be 12
• C)the number of people laid off will be 6
• D)the number of people laid off will be 2

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Definitions:

Common Stock

A type of security that signifies ownership within a corporation, known as corporate equity ownership.

Cumulative Feature

A characteristic of preferred stock that entitles shareholders to receive dividends that were omitted in the past before any dividends can be issued to common stockholders.

Preemptive Right

A shareholder's right to maintain their proportionate ownership by buying additional shares before they are offered to the public.

Par Value

The nominal or face value of a bond, share of stock, or coupon as stated by the issuer, which does not necessarily match the market value.