One infrequently mentioned purpose of retirement is to

a. make sure cruise ships are profitable.
b. force older people out of the labor market.
c. assure adequate child care for single parents.
d. create more competition for skilled jobs.


Ans: b. force older people out of the labor market.

Sociology

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What will be an ideal response?

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