Suppose the Mean Earnings of Two Groups Differ

question 16

Multiple Choice

Suppose the mean earnings of two groups differ. Which of the following would be the logical conclusion?

• A) The group with the lowest earnings must be the victim of employment discrimination.
• B) The group with the lowest earnings must be less productive.
• C) The group with the highest earnings is more highly motivated and materialistic.
• D) Without consideration of preferences and productivity factors, differences in unadjusted mean earnings do not necessarily reflect employment discrimination.

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Definitions:

Crisis

A significant disruption or period of distress in the life of a person, group, or society, which demands urgent and adaptive responses.

Elderly

Pertains to individuals, typically those aged 65 and older, often considered the older segment of the population.

Government Support

Financial or material aid provided by the government to individuals, organizations, or sectors to support them in achieving specific goals.

Age Stratification

The hierarchical ranking and categorization of people into different age groups within a society, influencing their roles, rights, and responsibilities.