Many Economists View ________ as Explaining Most of the Increase

question 15

Multiple Choice

Many economists view ________ as explaining most of the increase in the natural rate of unemployment in the U.S.from 1960 to 1980.

• A)the rise in the percentage of young workers in the labor force
• B)an increase in the percentage of the working-age population receiving disability insurance
• C)a decrease in the size of the prison population
• D)increased use of temporary workers

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Definitions:

U.S. Electricity

Refers to the production, distribution, and consumption of electrical power within the United States.

Coal And Gas Plants

Facilities where electricity is generated by burning coal or natural gas, playing a significant role in the energy sector despite environmental concerns.

Renewable Energy Sources

Forms of energy that are replenished naturally and can be used repeatedly, such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy.

U.S. Electricity

The network of power generation, transmission, and distribution systems serving as the energy provider for consumers in the United States.