Microeconomics
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781260507041
Author: Colander, David
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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To determine
Explain how it might influence the labor market.
(b)
To determine
Explain why the 98% of secretaries are woman and 98% of automobile mechanics are men.
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