A Small Supply of Workers in a Particular Occupation Could

question 139

Multiple Choice

A small supply of workers in a particular occupation could be due to

• A) artificial barriers to entry.
• B) few people with the required skills.
• C) high training costs.
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

Primary Socialization

The early process by which individuals, typically in their childhood, learn and adopt the values, behaviors, and norms of their society or cultural group.

Socializing Influence

The process by which individuals assimilate the norms, values, and behaviors considered appropriate in a given society through interaction with others.

Mass Media

Various mediums of communication intended to reach a large audience, including newspapers, television, radio, and the Internet.

Functionalist

An approach in sociology and anthropology that interprets society as a structure with interrelated parts designed to meet the biological and social needs of individuals.