Practice mode Human Capital

Efficiency wages are what kind of wages, and what do they raise?

Correct answer A. High wages, productivity

Explanation

Firms may pay above the market wage to reduce staff turnover, attract better applicants and discourage shirking. The resulting rise in worker productivity can more than cover the extra wage cost.

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