Why must the government consider companies’ needs as well as those of workers?

Regulations can protect workers, but they may also impose expenses on companies, such as costs for safety measures or compliance. If those costs are too high, a company could struggle or go out of business, which can also affect jobs and the economy. So the government must balance workers’ needs with companies’ ability to operate. The best choice is “Regulations can be costly and may drive companies out of business.”

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