Economic analysis indicates minimum wage legislation has
A) made it possible for any teenager who wants to work to earn almost 80 percent as much as an adult.
B) made it easier for teenagers to find jobs that offer the opportunity for training.
C) been an important source of increases in income since most workers earn at or near the minimum wage.
D) reduced the on-the-job training opportunities available to teenagers.

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Minimum wage legislation can lead to reduced on-the-job training opportunities for teenagers as employers may be less willing to hire and train inexperienced workers at higher wage rates.

Economic Analysis Indicates Minimum Wage Legislation Has