Statements in an Employee Handbook Are a Source of Implied

question 50

True/False

Statements in an employee handbook are a source of implied contracts,but only a few state courts have ruled that employee handbooks are enforceable contracts.

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Definitions:

Keynesian Economics

An economic theory stating that government intervention through fiscal and monetary policy can mitigate the adverse effects of economic recessions and depressions.

Great Depression

A severe worldwide economic downturn that took place during the 1930s, marked by mass unemployment, deflation, and a significant drop in demand and production.

Full Employment Output

The highest level of output an economy can achieve without causing inflation, when labor resources are fully employed.

The Classicals

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