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What is one benefit for US workers who have a college degree rather than a high school diploma?

More than 80 percent of jobs require a college degree.

Those with a college degree report higher job satisfaction.

Most workers with a college degree are immune to layoffs.

Those with a college degree earn nearly twice as much as those without college.

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What was the status of US workplace safety laws in 1900?

A few states had tried to pass safety laws, but they had no public support.

Most states had passed some safety laws, but enforcement varied.

Most states opposed safety laws, but workers began to demand them.

All states had safety laws, but no one bothered to enforce them.

Which workers are most likely to be in demand in the future?

those with high-tech skills

those with construction skills

those in government jobs

those in manufacturing jobs

What is the definition of minimum wage?

the lowest hourly pay that workers can receive

the average pay for qualified workers

the starting salary for all new employees

the required pay when an employee is injured

What is the economic outlook for occupations in the healthcare sector?

weak to very poor

depends on the economy

will remain stable

will increase in demand over time

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