If a Firm Adopts a Labor-Saving Piece of Technology

question 147

Multiple Choice

If a firm adopts a labor-saving piece of technology:

• A)labor demand will increase.
• B)labor supply will increase.
• C)labor demand will decrease.
• D)labor supply will decrease.

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