A Compensating Differential Is Mainly a Cause of a Difference

question 8

Multiple Choice

A compensating differential is mainly a cause of a difference in wages because:

• A) of differences in working conditions.
• B) of differences in human capital.
• C) of differences in productivity.
• D) all workers should be paid the same wage rate.

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