Which of These Factors Is Likely to Reduce Search Cost

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of these factors is likely to reduce search cost and price dispersion?

• A)growth in the number of educated workers
• B)growth in information technology
• C)growth in unemployment
• D)immigration of skilled workers
• E)a decline in the average earnings of workers

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