Which of the Following Helps Explain Jobless Recoveries

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following helps explain jobless recoveries?

• A) U.S.productivity has been decreasing.
• B) Firms have been unwilling to hire temporary workers until they know the demand for their product has reached prerecession levels.
• C) Firms are not willing to pay overtime until the demand for their product recovers.
• D) Increased technology has enabled companies to use fewer workers.

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