Which of the Following Does Not Describe the Hypothesis That

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following does not describe the hypothesis that changes in technology have altered the relative demand for skilled and unskilled labor?

• A)Firms rely more on computer databases than on paper filing systems so there is an increased demand for high-skilled computer programmers.
• B)Consumers can accomplish many simple banking tasks on an automated teller machine (ATM) rather than speaking to a bank teller so there is a decreased demand for low- skilled bank tellers.
• C)Transponders in peoples' vehicles can be used to automatically deduct tolls from debit accounts, reducing the need for low-skilled toll collectors.
• D)Improvements in technology have made tax preparation software easy for an average citizen to use, reducing the need for high-skilled accountants.

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