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Relating Income and Careers — Test

Question 25 • Personal Finance

A factory introduces automated machines. What is the most likely result?

Answer
A
higher wages for all workers
B
more workers needed for routine tasks
C
elimination of all jobs
D
fewer routine jobs but more technical roles

Explanation

Automated machines can take over repetitive, predictable tasks, so factories often need fewer workers for routine jobs. They may need more workers to operate, maintain, and repair the machines, creating technical roles. This makes “fewer routine jobs but more technical roles” the most likely result; automation does not necessarily eliminate all jobs or raise everyone’s wages.

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