It Is Possible for an Individual to Have a Downward-Sloping

question 102

Multiple Choice

It is possible for an individual to have a downward-sloping labor supply curve if:

• A) the wage increases enough that a worker may decide to work less and enjoy the income.
• B) higher wages increase the return to effort, leading to increased hours of work.
• C) all other supply curves slope upward.
• D) the standard work-week is 40 hours.

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