Which of the Following Would Increase the Natural Rate of Unemployment

question 160

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would increase the natural rate of unemployment?

• A)an increase in the number of younger, less skilled workers in the economy
• B)a reduction in the generosity of unemployment insurance programs
• C)restrictions on the ability of unions to negotiate wage changes with companies
• D)an increase in government-sponsored programs that train unemployed workers so they can find new jobs quickly
• E)an increase in the number firms going out of business due to a recession

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