Which of the Following People Is Structurally Unemployed

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following people is structurally unemployed?

• A)Brendan left his job as a short-order cook in New Jersey to become a short-order cook in Madrid, New Mexico. He was unemployed for six weeks during the transition.
• B)Mildred quit her job after giving birth to a child.
• C)Clem, a skilled corset maker, lost his job when his factory shut down due to a permanent reduction in the demand for corsets.
• D)Danielle lost her job when the electronics assembly plant was shut down temporarily due to low product sales in a slumping economy.
• E)John reduces his work hours as a furnace repairman in order to pursue a college education.

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Definitions:

Income Inequality

The unequal distribution of income among the population of a region, leading to disparities in living standards and economic opportunities.

Western Industrialized Nation

Countries typically located in the Western hemisphere that are characterized by a high level of industrialization, technology, and economic development.

England

A country that is part of the United Kingdom, known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and as the birthplace of the English language.

United States

A country in North America comprising 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions.