The Reason That Average Labor Costs Are Higher in the United

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Multiple Choice

The reason that average labor costs are higher in the United States than in Haiti is that

• A) workers are more productive in the United States.
• B) U.S. workers have a comparative advantage.
• C) Haitian workers have a comparative advantage.
• D) Haitian workers do not have union representation.

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Definitions:

Uterine Contractions

The tightening and relaxation of the uterine muscles, naturally occurring during menstruation and labor to help expel the lining or to assist in childbirth.

Mammary Glands

Mammary glands are the milk-producing glands in mammals, responsible for feeding offspring.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels by promoting the conversion of stored glycogen into glucose in the liver.

Insulin

A substance created by the pancreas that controls the levels of sugar in the blood by helping glucose enter the body's tissues.