Practice mode Labour Market

If the minimum wage is set above the equilibrium wage rate, other things being equal, what will result?

Correct answer B. There will be excess supply in the labour market

Explanation

A wage floor above equilibrium attracts more job seekers while firms demand fewer workers, so labour supplied exceeds labour demanded, creating a surplus of labour.

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