Why Do American Workers Put Up with the Low Wages

question 36

Multiple Choice

Why do American workers put up with the low wages and unfavorable working conditions?

• A) Employers convince their workers that hard work and loyalty will eventually benefit them.
• B) There is an ample supply of people willing to take jobs that others might give up, unless all workers collectively organize.
• C) They believe the U.S. is the global leader and conditions are worse elsewhere.
• D) Workers are generally satisfied with low pay and lack of benefits.

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