The labor force includes
A)All persons over the age 16 who are either working for pay or actively seeking paid employment.
B)All persons over the age 16 who are working for pay.
C)All persons over the age 21 who are either working for pay or actively seeking paid employment.

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The labor force includes both individuals who are currently employed as well as those who are actively seeking employment, regardless of age. Option A reflects this definition most accurately. Option B is incorrect because it does not include individuals who are currently seeking employment and option C is incorrect because it places an arbitrary age limit on the definition of the labor force.

The Labor Force Includes