Individuals with more experience tend to earn more than individuals with less experience. This is because

A. experience is a compensating differential.
B. experience on the job increases an individual's human capital.
C. the government requires that more-experienced workers be paid more than less-experienced workers.
D. it is only fair that a more-experienced worker be paid more than a less-experienced worker.


Answer: B

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