During the industrial revolution (the period between the Civil War and World War I), the United States had a massive influx of working age immigrants. What happens in the labor market?

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With the large influx of working age immigrants, the supply of labor in the labor market will increase. This increase in supply will cause the supply of labor curve to shift to the right. As a result, the equilibrium price of labor (wages) will decrease, as more workers are available for hire. This means that employers will benefit from a larger pool of workers to select from at cheaper prices.

During the Industrial Revolution (The Period Between the Civil War