Tom and Eric Went to Trade School at the Same

question 101

Multiple Choice

Tom and Eric went to trade school at the same time. Each graduated with an associate's degree. They have received similar performance evaluations. Eric's employer is not a good business manager, and the sales manager lost a major deal. Because of the decrease in profits, the employees did not receive raises last year. Tom's employer is a savvy business manager and the sales manager is experienced and works hard. If Tom has higher earnings than Eric, the difference is most likely a function of

• A)chance.
• B)differences in human capital.
• C)differences in signaling.
• D)discrimination.

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