The Healthy Worker Effect Refers to the Observation That

question 8

Multiple Choice

The healthy worker effect refers to the observation that:

• A) exercise on the job causes workers to become healthy and gain years of life.
• B) healthy persons are more likely to gain employment than unhealthy persons.
• C) unemployed persons tend to have lower mortality than employed persons.
• D) All are correct.

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Definitions:

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Public Choice Economist

An economist who applies economic theories and methodologies to analyze and understand political behavior and decisions, particularly in the context of public policy and government actions.

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