The Labor Supply Curve Is Given by the Equation L_S

question 69

Multiple Choice

The labor supply curve is given by the equation L_S = 3W + 20 and the labor demand curve is given by the equation L_D = 80 − 2W. The equilibrium wage in this labor market is:

• A) $10.
• B) $12.
• C) $36.
• D) $56.
• E) $80.

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