Scenario 19-2
Travis, a student at a community college, is considering what he should do for summer employment. Two recruiters show up at his school in search of summer workers. Recruiter A is looking for workers to help a disaster relief agency distribute food aid in Africa. Recruiter B is looking for custodial help to clean motel rooms in a motel located near the entrance to a famous national park.
-Refer to Scenario 19-2.Travis is carefully considering the options that each recruiter presents.On the basis of knowledge obtained in his economics class,Travis concludes that
A)if the motel job also requires an ability to do general plumbing repairs, the wage offer will be higher than otherwise.
B)if the food distribution job has a requirement for special training or certification, the wage offer will be higher than otherwise.
C)if the food distribution job exposes him to the Ebola virus, the wage will be high.
D)All of the above are correct.

Question

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Jobs that require additional skills, training, or involve higher risks typically offer higher wages to attract workers willing to take on those responsibilities or risks.

Scenario 19-2 Travis, a Student at a Community College, Is Considering What