A Mandated Increase in Overtime Pay Is Likely to

question 50

Multiple Choice

A mandated increase in overtime pay is likely to

• A) cause employers to reduce overtime hours and convert them into added employment.
• B) directly reduce the quasi-fixed costs per worker.
• C) lead to a reduction in employment if higher costs cause a large scale effect.
• D) lead to a reduction in employment if those who work overtime and those who are unemployed are perfect substitutes.

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