Reference: Ref 8-13 (Figure: Minimum Wage) Refer to the Figure

question 135

Multiple Choice

Reference: Ref 8-13 (Figure: Minimum Wage) Refer to the figure. At a minimum wage of $8, firms are willing to hire ________ workers.

• A) 45
• B) 25
• C) 35
• D) more than 45

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Definitions:

Minority Group

A category of people who experience relative disadvantage as compared to members of a dominant social group, often marked by racial, religious, ethnic, or gender distinctions.

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Exploitation

The action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work or resources.

Privilege

Unearned advantage accorded to members of dominant social groups (males, whites, heterosexuals, the physically able, etc.).