The Labor Force Participation Rate Is the Number of People

question 110

Multiple Choice

The labor force participation rate is the number of people in the labor force divided by the number of people in the country that are of working age and not institutionalized.The BLS reported in February of 2012 that the labor force participation rate in the United States was 63.7% (Calculatedrisk.com) .A marketing company asks 120 working-age people if they either have a job or are looking for a job,or,in other words,whether they are in the labor force. Refer to Exhibit 7-8.What is the probability that less than 60% of those surveyed are members of the labor force?

• A)0.2005
• B)0.7995
• C)0.8400
• D)0.9706

Recognize the definition and implications of a deficit in the Retained Earnings account.

Distinguish between the requirements and options under IFRS and ASPE regarding financial statements.

Calculate and understand the significance of return on common shareholders' equity.

Identify the roles and responsibilities of shareholders, board of directors, and management in a corporation.

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