Question 1

Describe both the arguments for and against minimum-wage standards. Which side of this debate are you inclined to support?

Accepted Answer

The argument for minimum-wage standards

Question 2

Occupations that require a lot of innate talent and years of education:

Accepted Answer

A)  Attract more men than women 
B)  Are in high demand 
C)  Pay wages and salaries that match the paraprofessions 
D)  Bring in large salaries to attract those willing to devote years into their education and training. 
A)  Attract more men than women 
B)  Are in high demand 
C)  Pay wages and salaries that match the paraprofessions 
D)  Bring in large salaries to attract those willing to devote years into their education and training.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is not a benefit of social networks?

Accepted Answer

A)  Social networks can provide job opportunities in an area that a job seeker does not initially pursue. 
B)  Networks make employers' recruitment of new workers easier. 
C)  Social connections can help a job seeker land an interview. 
D)  Social networks ensure a job-seeker employment in high-status, high-paying positions. 
A)  Social networks can provide job opportunities in an area that a job seeker does not initially pursue. 
B)  Networks make employers' recruitment of new workers easier. 
C)  Social connections can help a job seeker land an interview. 
D)  Social networks ensure a job-seeker employment in high-status, high-paying positions.

Question 4

Markets balance supply and demand through the price mechanism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Human capital refers to the skills and abilities that correspond with items of physical capital that improve productivity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the difference between the minimum-wage and a living wage?

Accepted Answer

The minimum wage and a living wage are b

Question 7

Why haven't increased educational opportunities changed the distribution of income in any significant way?

Accepted Answer

Increased educational opportunities are

Question 8

Is monetary remuneration the highest priority for workers? Under what circumstances might it diminish in importance?

Accepted Answer

Monetary remuneration is often considere

Question 9

For many employers, a college degree indicates that a job candidate:

Accepted Answer

A)  Is prepared for the work they will end up doing 
B)  Will ask for a high salary in order to pay off their student loans 
C)  Is able to meet deadlines 
D)  A and C only 
A)  Is prepared for the work they will end up doing 
B)  Will ask for a high salary in order to pay off their student loans 
C)  Is able to meet deadlines 
D)  A and C only

Describe both the arguments for and against minimum-wage standards. Which side of this debate are you inclined to support?

Occupations that require a lot of innate talent and years of education:

Which of the following statements is not a benefit of social networks?

Markets balance supply and demand through the price mechanism.

Human capital refers to the skills and abilities that correspond with items of physical capital that improve productivity.

What is the difference between the minimum-wage and a living wage?

Why haven't increased educational opportunities changed the distribution of income in any significant way?

Is monetary remuneration the highest priority for workers? Under what circumstances might it diminish in importance?

For many employers, a college degree indicates that a job candidate:

Work Before Industrialization

The Organization of Work in Preindustrial Times

Industrialization and Its Consequences

Bureaucratic Organization

Technology and Work

Globalization

Workplace Culture and Socialization

Professions and Professionalization

Who Gets What

Work and Its Rewards

Life on the Job II

Diversity in the Workplace

Work Roles and Life Roles

Conclusion: Work Today and Tomorrow

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Exam 7: Getting a Job

Describe both the arguments for and against minimum-wage standards. Which side of this debate are you inclined to support?

Occupations that require a lot of innate talent and years of education:

Which of the following statements is not a benefit of social networks?

Markets balance supply and demand through the price mechanism.

Human capital refers to the skills and abilities that correspond with items of physical capital that improve productivity.

What is the difference between the minimum-wage and a living wage?

Why haven't increased educational opportunities changed the distribution of income in any significant way?

Is monetary remuneration the highest priority for workers? Under what circumstances might it diminish in importance?

For many employers, a college degree indicates that a job candidate:

Work Before Industrialization

The Organization of Work in Preindustrial Times

Industrialization and Its Consequences

Bureaucratic Organization

Technology and Work

Globalization

Workplace Culture and Socialization

Professions and Professionalization

Who Gets What

Work and Its Rewards

Life on the Job II

Diversity in the Workplace

Work Roles and Life Roles

Conclusion: Work Today and Tomorrow

Filters