Which of the following contributes to a higher unemployment rate of African American youths compared to white youths?
A)Both wage offer distributions and acceptance wages are lower for African American youths
B)The African American wage offer distribution is to the right of the white distribution
C)White youths have a higher acceptance wage than African American youths
D)African American youths have a higher acceptance wage than white youths

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A higher acceptance wage among African American youths means they are less likely to accept lower-paying jobs, contributing to a higher unemployment rate compared to white youths who may have a lower acceptance wage and thus are more willing to take available jobs.

Which of the Following Contributes to a Higher Unemployment Rate