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A Study of the Effects of the Minimum Wage on Employment

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A study of the effects of the minimum wage on employment of low-skilled workers estimated the price elasticity of demand for low-skilled workers is -0.75.Suppose that the government is considering raising the minimum wage from $7.25 per hour to $7.75 per hour.Based on this information, calculate the percentage change in the employment of low skilled workers.Use the midpoint formula.


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Demand Elasticity

A measure of how much the quantity demanded of a good changes in response to a change in the price of that good.

Sales Tax

Sales tax is a government-imposed levy on the sale of goods and services, paid by the purchaser at the time of sale.

Excise Tax

A tax charged on specific goods and services, such as tobacco, alcohol, and fuels, often intended to discourage their use or generate revenue.

Local Governments

Administrative bodies that manage and govern specific areas within a country, such as cities, towns, or regions, often responsible for local services and laws.

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