Which of the following would cause an increase in the equilibrium wage?

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An increase in the demand for labor would cause an increase in the equilibrium wage, as employers would be willing to pay more to hire workers given the increased competition to hire from a limited pool of labor. A, B, and D would all cause a decrease in the equilibrium wage, as there would be more workers available than there are jobs, resulting in decreased competition among employers and a lower wage rate.

Which of the Following Would Cause an Increase in the Equilibrium