Why Is the Federal Minimum Wage Periodically Raised by Congress

question 21

Multiple Choice

Why is the federal minimum wage periodically raised by Congress?

• A)To meet the demands of union representatives.
• B)To meet the minimum requirements of state law.
• C)To compensate employees-at-will.
• D)To increase the ability for workers to compete in the marketplace.
• E)To compensate for increases in the cost of living caused by inflation.

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