Practice mode Labour Market

Which government policy would NOT help to reduce the unemployment rate?

Correct answer C. Raising the minimum wage

Explanation

A higher minimum wage lifts the price of labour above equilibrium, so more people want jobs while firms want fewer workers, increasing unemployment rather than reducing it.

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