When a Factory Closes, Why Does It Spell Bad News

question 225

Multiple Choice

When a factory closes, why does it spell bad news for the local restaurants?

• A)Sales taxes are likely to increase.
• B)Unemployed factory workers have lower incomes and are less likely to dine out.
• C)Unemployed factory workers are eligible for government unemployment benefits.
• D)The opportunity cost of dining out has fallen.

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