Use the following to answer question(s): Discrimination

-If discrimination against blacks in the labor market is eliminated, then the wage paid to blacks will _______ and the number of blacks employed will _______ .
A) increase; increase
B) decrease; decrease
C) increase; remain unchanged
D) remain unchanged; increase

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Use the following to answer question(s): Discrimination
 
-If discrimination against blacks in the labor market is eliminated, then the wage paid to blacks will _______ and the number of blacks employed will _______ .
A) increase; increase 
B) decrease; decrease 
C) increase; remain unchanged 
D) remain unchanged; increase

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Elimination of discrimination against blacks in the labor market would increase the demand for black workers, leading to an increase in their wages, and hence the number of blacks employed. Therefore, option A is the most appropriate answer.

Use the Following to Answer Question(s): Discrimination