Which of the Following Scenarios Would Serve to Decrease the Demand

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios would serve to decrease the demand for unskilled labor in the United States?

• A)Increased demand for goods produced by unskilled laborers
• B)Decreased international trade with countries where unskilled labor is more plentiful
• C)Decreased productivity gains among unskilled laborers
• D)Decreased supply of migrant workers

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Capital Stock

The total amount of stock, both common and preferred, that a company is authorized to issue according to its corporate charter.

Privately Held Corporation

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The portion of a company's net income that is not distributed as dividends to shareholders but retained for reinvestment in the business or to pay off debt.

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The amount of money that a company receives from shareholders in exchange for shares of stock, exceeding the par value of the shares.