Census Bureau Projections of the Number of New Jobs Created

question 23

Multiple Choice

Census Bureau projections of the number of new jobs created show that

• A)most jobs will be deskilled.
• B)most jobs will be upgraded.
• C)few occupations will be affected by technological change.
• D)large numbers of new jobs will not be created in the high-technology industries.
• E)by 2000 everyone will be a high-technology worker.

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Definitions:

New World

A term used to describe the Western Hemisphere, particularly the Americas, discovered by European explorers during the Age of Discovery, contrasting with the Old World of Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Permanent European Settlement

The establishment of enduring communities in the Americas, Australia, and other parts of the world by European explorers and colonists starting in the late 15th century.

Southwest

A region in the United States generally considered to include Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and parts of surrounding states, known for its desert landscape and cultural heritage.