Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of the Unemployment

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of the unemployment rate?

A) a percentage of people who were recently working but laid off or want to work (willing,able,and searching for work) but without jobs.
B) a percentage of people discouraged with the labor market and without work
C) a percentage of people not working
D) a percentage of people that do not need to work
E) a percentage of people willing and able to work