Which of the following variables will not cause the market supply curve of labour to shift?
A) increases in population
B) a favourable change in consumer tastes
C) a change in the labour participation rate of women
D) an increase in the number of people between the ages of 16 and 65

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The market supply curve of labour is determined by the number of workers willing and able to offer their labour services at different wage rates. Therefore, variables that directly impact the number of workers available in the labour market will cause the market supply curve of labour to shift. Option B, however, deals with changes in consumer tastes and preferences, which will not directly impact the number of workers available in the labour market.

Which of the Following Variables Will Not Cause the Market