Supposing That Immigrant Labor Is Complementary to Native Labor in the Production

question 15

Multiple Choice

Supposing that immigrant labor is complementary to native labor in the production process, a more open immigration policy will likely result in all but which of the following?

• A)Firms will value native labor more highly.
• B)The labor demand curve for native workers shifts out.
• C)Lower wages paid to native workers.
• D)Overall economic efficiency increases.
• E)Overall native employment increases.

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Definitions:

Silicon Tetrahedron

The fundamental building block of silicate minerals, consisting of a silicon atom surrounded by four oxygen atoms in a tetrahedral shape.

Silicate Minerals

Minerals that contain silicon and oxygen in their chemical structure, making up the majority of the Earth's crust.

Sulfides

A group of minerals containing sulfur (S) bonded with a metal.

Pyrite

A common, pale bronze to brass yellow, iron sulfide mineral, commonly called “fool’s gold.”