A portion of a worker's earnings is rent if

A) the worker was the last person hired at the going wage rate.
B) the supply curve of labor is horizontal.
C) the worker would accept a small wage cut without quitting or working for someone else.
D) the worker has industry-specific skills.


Answer: C

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