What Is the Main Selection Issue Researchers Must Address When

question 29

Multiple Choice

What is the main selection issue researchers must address when trying to estimate the effectiveness of government training programs?

• A) The true cost of government training programs is unknown because unemployed workers also receive welfare benefits.
• B) The most motivated unemployed workers are the ones who are also most likely to take advantage of government training programs.
• C) Government training programs are usually geared toward developing general skills rather than providing specific job training.
• D) Most government training programs are only offered to the unemployed and not to workers who would like to switch jobs.
• E) Evaluation schemes tend to lose track of participants once they start a new job after the training.

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