The demand for telephone operators is expected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to decline from 2016 to 2026, largely due to
A)"labor-saving" technological change.
B)a decline in the wages paid to this type of labor.
C)an increase in the cost per unit of this type of labor.
D)weakening demand for machine-sewn products.

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The decline in demand for telephone operators is primarily attributed to "labor-saving" technological changes, such as automated systems and voice recognition technology, which reduce the need for human operators.

The Demand for Telephone Operators Is Expected by the U