Assumptions: (1) the labor force comprises 9 million men and 9 million women workers; (2) the economy has 3 occupations, X, Y, and Z, each having identical demand curves for labor; (3) male and female workers are homogeneous with respect to their labor-market capabilities; (4) women are discriminated against by being excluded from occupations X and Y and are confined to Z; and (5) aside from discrimination, the economy is competitive, and workers seek to maximize their earnings.Refer to the diagram and list of assumptions. If discrimination is ended, women
A) and men will both receive a wage rate of $4.
B) and men will both receive a wage rate of $5.
C) and men will both receive a wage rate of $6.
D) will receive a wage rate of $4 and men will receive a wage rate of $5.
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