Assume that the union wage already exceeds the market-clearing wage. If the union wage is increased, holding other factors constant, then the number unemployed ________ and the number employed ________.
A. increases; does not change
B. increases; increases
C. increases; decreases
D. decreases; increases
Answer: C
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a. the same firm b. the same industry c. the same skilled profession d. different skilled professions e. different trades
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false