Why Is Compensation Usually Negotiated in Terms of a Nominal

question 48

Multiple Choice

Why is compensation usually negotiated in terms of a nominal wage?  

• A) because employers want to pay low real wages 
• B) because workers are concerned only about the nominal wage 
• C) because firms are concerned only about the nominal wage 
• D) because wage agreements are based on expected price levels

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