The Dictionary of Occupational Titles lists about 22,000 types of jobs in the United States today,compared to the 325 jobs listed in the 1850 census.The vast difference indicates __________.

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The increase in the number of jobs listed in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles indicates both the increasing specialization of labor and the complexity of the division of labor. This is because as technology and industry have progressed, there has been a need for more specific and specialized job titles to reflect the various tasks and roles required in a particular industry. This has led to a greater variety of job opportunities and a more complex division of labor.

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles Lists About 22,000 Types of Jobs