Within an Occupation, When a Given Job Provides Steadier Work

question 82

Multiple Choice

Within an occupation, when a given job provides steadier work (fewer layoffs) , the hourly wage tends to be

• A) lower than wage rates in jobs that are otherwise similar.
• B) higher than wage rates in jobs that are otherwise similar.
• C) no different from wage rates in jobs that are otherwise similar.
• D) determined by factors other than supply and demand.

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