O-LevelEconomicsGovernment and the macroeconomy2281/12 · Oct/Nov 2025 · Q231 Mark
What are the correct definitions of unemployment and employment relative to the number of people of working age? [Table 23.1]
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Athose who want a job but cannot get one at the current wage rate, those who are not in full-time education
Bthose who want a job but cannot get one at the current wage rate, those who have a job at the current wage rate
Cthose without a job, those who are not in full-time education
Dthose without a job, those who have a job at the current wage rate
✓ Correct answer
B: those who want a job but cannot get one at the current wage rate, those who have a job at the current wage rate
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