Which of the Following Is Likely to Cause a Decrease

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to cause a decrease in the natural rate of unemployment?

• A)an increase in the percentage of the working-age population receiving disability insurance
• B)a decrease in the use of temporary workers
• C)a growing percentage of young workers in the labor force
• D)generous unemployment insurance benefits

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Plant Size

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Long Run

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A production method where the combination of resources used minimizes costs for a given output level, achieving productive efficiency.

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