For which reason is increasing the federal minimum wage not a good antipoverty program?
A. Roughly two-thirds of minimum wage earners are not the primary worker in their household.
B. It is very costly for the government.
C. The minimum wage discriminates against minorities.
D. The minimum wage discriminates against the young.
E. Increasing the federal minimum wage will likely increase employment opportunities.
Answer: A
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