Between 1980 and 2010, the Share of Temporary Workers in Total

question 73

Multiple Choice

Between 1980 and 2010, the share of temporary workers in total U.S. employment ________.

• A) fell.
• B) rose.
• C) remained essentially unchanged.
• D) cannot be calculated due to the increase in illegal immigration during this period.

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