The Following Table Shows Economic Data for Two Countries

question 153

Multiple Choice

The following table shows economic data for two countries.

-Refer to the table above.When comparing the PPP-adjusted GDP per capita in Countries A and B,what can we say about the difference in standard of living between the two countries?

• A) Because the cost of living is lower in Country A, its standard of living is lower even when we look at the PPP-adjusted GDP per capita.
• B) The exchange-rate-based measure of GDP per capita ignores the fact that the cost of living is lower in Country A.
• C) When using the PPP-adjusted measure, the standard of living appears to be higher in the country with the lower exchange-rate-based measure for GDP per capita.
• D) Both B and C.

Explain the role of unions in affecting wages and employment for union and non-union workers.

Evaluate the impact of union strategies on wage and employment outcomes in labor markets.

Identify factors contributing to wage inequalities and changes in the labor market.

Understand the concept of bilateral monopoly and its implications for wage setting.

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