Involuntary Unemployment

question 9

Multiple Choice

Involuntary unemployment

• A) occurs when the wage rate is below the equilibrium wage rate.
• B) exists when there is an excess quantity of labor supplied.
• C) will increase as the wage rate falls.
• D) exists when there is a shortage of labor.

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Definitions:

Inventory Period

The duration of time it takes for a company to sell its inventory and convert it into sales, often measured in days or months.

Slow-selling Merchandise

Items in inventory that move or sell at a slower pace than anticipated, often leading to excess stock and markdowns.

Cash Cycle

Refers to the amount of time it takes for a company to convert its investments in inventory and other resources into cash flows from sales.

Selling Inventory

The process of selling goods and products that a company holds in stock, often a major revenue source.