Tiffany has just graduated from Stanford University and has applied for a job as an engineer at a manufacturing plant. The manufacturer decides to offer Tiffany a job because it perceives she's gained valuable skills while at Stanford. To which of the following views of education does the manufacturer subscribe?
A)signaling
B)human-capital view
C)compensating-differentials
D)superstar

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The manufacturer subscribes to the human-capital view, which emphasizes the value of education in providing individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the workforce. The fact that Tiffany has just graduated from a prestigious university indicates to the manufacturer that she has acquired valuable human capital that will be beneficial for the company.

Tiffany Has Just Graduated from Stanford University and Has Applied