Many economists argue that the best way to correct employer discrimination is to
A)pass comparable worth laws
B)increase the price of output,thereby raising profit
C)shift the marginal revenue product curve of the unfavored group to the right
D)shift the demand for labor to the left
E)allow the market mechanism to equalize wages

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Allowing the market mechanism to equalize wages means that employers will have to pay the same wage for the same type of job regardless of the employee's gender, race, or any other characteristic. This will ensure that there is no discrimination based on factors that are not related to job performance. It will also create an incentive for employers to hire qualified candidates from all backgrounds, which will lead to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Other options, such as passing comparable worth laws or shifting the demand for labor to the left, may have unintended consequences or be difficult to implement effectively.

Many Economists Argue That the Best Way to Correct Employer