A Signaling Theory of Education Suggests That Educational Attainment

question 467

Multiple Choice

A signaling theory of education suggests that educational attainment

• A)is a signal of high marginal productivity.
• B)is correlated with natural ability.
• C)increases the productivity of low-ability workers.
• D)Both a and b are correct.

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