Researchers have found that individuals that work night shifts,other things equal,are paid
A) a compensating wage differential of about 4%.
B) about 8% less than they would be paid during the day because they have less seniority than day shift workers.
C) about the same amount that they would be paid during the day; therefore, working at night is not an undesirable working condition.
D) time and a half because they work at night.

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The compensating wage differential of about 4% is the additional pay that individuals who work night shifts receive to compensate for the inconvenience and disruption of their regular sleep pattern. It is a common practice in many industries to offer this premium to attract and retain workers for night-shift positions. The other choices are incorrect as they do not reflect the reality of the labor market and the compensation practices related to night shifts.

Researchers Have Found That Individuals That Work Night Shifts,other Things