Suppose a union successfully negotiates a wage rate for its members that is above the competitive wage rate, then

A) there will be downward pressure on the wage rate until equilibrium is established.
B) right-to-work laws become effective.
C) there is a shortage of jobs.
D) there is excess demand for labor.


Answer: C

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