Unions can ration the excess supply of labor generated by the establishment of a wage that is above the competitive wage by
A. lowering union dues.
B. lengthening the time period for apprenticeship programs.
C. having more intensive membership drives to ensure a larger proportion of workers are covered by the union contract.
D. encouraging older workers to take early retirement.
Answer: B
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