In order for a workfare program to be self targeting,it must offer a wage ______ than what's available to poor households currently and ________ that what is available to a wealthier household?
A) Higher; lower
B) Higher; higher
C) Lower; lower
D) Lower; higher

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A workfare program will only be self targeting if it offers a higher wage than what is available to poor households currently, otherwise they will not have an incentive to participate in the program. If the wage offered is lower than what is available to wealthier households, then the program will not be self targeting, as it will attract those who are not poor and therefore not the target population of the program.

In Order for a Workfare Program to Be Self Targeting,it