Technological advances that increase the marginal product of labor will lead to:
A. an increase in the demand for labor because workers will be more productive.
B. no change in demand for labor because the demand for labor depends on the wage.
C. a decrease in the demand for labor because the firm won't need as many workers.
D. a decrease in the supply of labor because fewer workers can get the job done.
Answer: A
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