Scenario 19-5
Jason works part-time at a grocery store after school. Jason has worked at the store for two years but still hasn't received a wage increase, even though newer employees have received raises. Jason has threatened his employer with a lawsuit if he doesn't get a raise in the next few weeks. Jason believes he is a victim of labor-market discrimination.
-Refer to Scenario 19-5. In a competitive market for grocery store employees, why might Jason's wage differential persist?
A) Jason works harder than the other employees.
B) Jason may choose to do tasks other workers find undesirable.
C) Jason's amiable personality allows him to work well with his co-workers.
D) None of the above is correct.
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