Which of the Following Does NOT Explain Why Firms and Employees

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT explain why firms and employees may prefer layoffs to wage reductions?

• A) Employees may possess firm-specific training.
• B) Employees may possess general training.
• C) Firms may have implicitly promised a wage path to their employees.
• D) Experienced workers may prefer a certain income stream to an uncertain income stream.

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