Which of the Following Represents a Measurement Issue That May

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents a measurement issue that may help explain the difference in Canadian and U.S.unemployment rates?

• A) Unemployment in Canada includes those who are only passively searching for work.
• B) The U.S. counts as employed those who have a job but have not yet started work.
• C) Unemployment in the U.S. includes people who would be considered out of the labour force in Canada.
• D) Unemployment in Canada includes only those who are actively searching for work.
• E) Unemployment in the U.S. includes those who are only passively searching for work.

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