Which of the following is a positive rather than a normative question?

A. Should trade unions be allowed to lobby Congress?
B. Should the United States allow unlimited immigration?
C. Should the "Highly Qualified Teacher" provision of No Child Left Behind be eliminated?
D. Should there be a minimum wage?
E. What effect does increasing welfare assistance by 20% have on female labor supply?


Answer: E

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