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O-LevelEconomicsMicroeconomic decision makers2281/11 · May/June 2013 · Q161 Mark

Differences in earnings between higher paid and lower paid jobs have widened in developed countries. What is the most likely reason for this?

AImmigration of unskilled workers has reduced.
BThe demand for highly skilled workers has increased.
CUnemployment rates have remained low.
DWomen are paid the same rates as men.

✓ Correct answer

B: The demand for highly skilled workers has increased.

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Microeconomic decision makers, O-Level Economics (syllabus 2281). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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O-Level Economics, May/June 2013 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 16.

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