The Household Survey Conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics

question 2

Multiple Choice

The household survey conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics provides estimates of the number of workers ______, while the establishment survey provides estimates of the number of workers ______.

• A) self-employed; unemployed
• B) unemployed; self-employed
• C) with jobs; on firms' payrolls
• D) on firms' payrolls; with jobs

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Definitions:

Considerable Autonomy

The significant freedom and independence given to employees or units to make decisions and perform their work without close supervision.

Bureau of Labor Statistics

A U.S. government agency responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating essential statistical data about labor markets, working conditions, and price changes.

U.S. Labor Force

The total supply of workers in the United States, including both employed and unemployed individuals actively seeking employment.

Employment Trends

Patterns or changes in the job market and employment practices over a period, often analyzed to predict future employment scenarios.