In the 1940s, Mr

question 30

Multiple Choice

In the 1940s, Mr. Mason owned a mill and had trouble finding enough workers. What would be the best strategy for him to attract more workers?

• A) Offer health insurance Consider This During WWII, employers needed women workers to replace men who were off at war. LO 3.6: Describe how twentieth-century events shaped the modern family
• B) Offer more vacation time Consider This During WWII, employers needed women workers to replace men who were off at war. LO 3.6: Describe how twentieth-century events shaped the modern family
• C) Offer free childcare
• D) Offer sick leave

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