Demographers Predict That the Average Age of the Population of the U.S.will

question 66

Multiple Choice

Demographers predict that the average age of the population of the U.S.will increase.One result will be an increase in the demand for nurses.Assume that the graph below describes the current nursing labor market in a mid-sized city,and that the market is a competitive one.
Suppose that several years ago the supply of nurses in this city was as shown as Supply A.Suppose further that the nursing market had been in equilibrium at that time and that wages did not change when supply changed to Supply,current.(Assume that demand has remained stable at Demand,current. ) The result is that nurses earn _____ and

• A)$40;more than 100 nurses work per hour.
• B)$40;there is a nursing shortage.
• C)$50;there are many nurses willing to work for $40 who are unable to find a job.
• D)$50;other labor markets adjust to restore equilibrium in all markets.

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Explain plant adaptations to saline environments.

Recognize plant responses to various abiotic stresses such as heavy metals, temperature changes, and drought.

Discuss how plants detect and respond to herbivorous insects.

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Definitions:

Locked-rotor Torque

The torque that a motor generates at standstill when voltage is applied but the rotor is not yet turning.

Zero Speed

A condition or sensor function indicating that a mechanical part or assembly has ceased motion.

Rated Voltage

The maximum safe voltage at which an electrical component can operate without sustaining damage.

Resistive Loads

Electrical components or devices within a circuit that primarily consume energy through resistance.