The backward-bending supply of labour curve is based on consideration of income and substitution effects. Which of these statements explains why the labos supply curve slopes upwards when wage rates are relatively low? O a. The income effect outweighs the substitution effect O b. The individual feels able to give up consumption in order to enjoy more leisure O c. Wage increases increase the opportunity cost of leisure O d. The income and substitution effects work in the same direction

The backward-bending supply of labour curve is based on consideration of income and substitution effects. Which of these statements explains why the labos supply curve slopes upwards when wage rates are relatively low? O a. The income effect outweighs the substitution effect O b. The individual feels able to give up consumption in order to enjoy more leisure O c. Wage increases increase the opportunity cost of leisure O d. The income and substitution effects work in the same direction

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Chapter16: Labor Markets

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