When the Wage Increases

question 165

Multiple Choice

When the wage increases

• A) all workers will work more hours.
• B) all workers will work fewer hours.
• C) some workers will work more hours and some workers will work fewer hours, but on average, hours worked will increase.
• D) some workers will work more hours and some workers will work fewer hours, but we don't know whether average hours will increase or decrease.

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