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Labor — Quiz

Question 21 • Economics

If union contracts raise wages above competitive levels, what might be one negative outcome?

Answer
A
Industries will raise salaries for top-level workers but not entry-level workers.
B
Inexperienced workers will lose their jobs to more experienced workers.
C
Employees will be content with their status and thus less likely to join unions.
D
Companies will move overseas to escape unions and hire cheaper labor.

Explanation

When union contracts push wages above the competitive level, labor becomes more expensive for companies. Some companies may respond by moving production overseas, where they can hire workers at lower wages. Therefore, “Companies will move overseas to escape unions and hire cheaper labor” is the correct choice.

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