A Minimum Wage That Is Set Below the Equilibrium Wage

question 132

Multiple Choice

A minimum wage that is set below the equilibrium wage will:

• A) cause increased unemployment.
• B) have no effect on employment.
• C) cause the overall wage to increase.
• D) cause the overall wage to decrease.

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