Consider the labor market below. 
If a minimum wage of $12 per hour is imposed in this labor market, then:
A. 400 workers will earn $12 an hour.
B. total earnings will rise
C. worker surplus will fall.
D. 200 workers will lose their jobs.
Answer: D
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