Which of following people can be classified as structurally unemployed?
A)Regan, who worked as a technician but has been let go from her company, which has failed due to recessionary pressures
B)Cyrus, who is finding it difficult to get a job in his field because businesses are not hiring due to high unionized wages
C)Delilah, who believes she can secure better employment in Seattle and has thus left her old job to move to Seattle
D)Florrie, who has decided that she wants to start a new career as a train driver and has entered a training program to acquire the necessary skills and certification

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Structural unemployment occurs when there is a mismatch between the skills workers have and the skills needed by employers. Cyrus's difficulty in finding a job due to high unionized wages affecting hiring practices is an example of structural unemployment, as it suggests a systemic issue in the labor market that prevents him from finding employment in his field.

Which of Following People Can Be Classified as Structurally Unemployed