If the BLS counted persons that are on active military service in the totals for employment,the labor force,or the working-age population,this would
A)decrease the measured unemployment rate.
B)decrease the measured labor force participation rate.
C)decrease the number of persons in the labor force.
D)decrease the number of persons in the working-age population.

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If active military personnel were added to the employment numbers, it would effectively lower the number of unemployed persons, as these individuals are considered employed. Therefore, the unemployment rate would decrease.

If the BLS Counted Persons That Are on Active Military