Which of the Following May NOT Explain Why Tall People

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may NOT explain why tall people tend to have higher wages than short people?

• A) Employer-discrimination against short people.
• B) Taller people might get more respect from their subordinates.
• C) Taller people may have more self-confidence.
• D) Employers subconsciously think that taller people are less trouble.

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