Suppose that a further increase in specialization allows a country to increase total output by 10% but,afterward,it was discovered that work absenteeism increased by 30%.This is likely an example of
A) modern production.
B) too much specialization.
C) too little specialization.
D) inefficiencies caused by labour unions.
E) worker laziness.

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The increase in total output due to specialization suggests that specialization is beneficial for the country, however, the work absenteeism suggests that there may be negative consequences to too much specialization. The 30% increase in absenteeism suggests that workers may be becoming overworked or disenchanted with their work due to the narrow focus of their specialization. Therefore, it is likely an example of too much specialization.

Suppose That a Further Increase in Specialization Allows a Country