The statement that "coal miners are paid more than workers with similar levels of education" is likely to reflect the fact that
A)coal mining is a declining industry.
B)coal mining jobs are potentially more dangerous than jobs with comparable education requirements.
C)all coal mines use nonunion labor.
D)coal imports are rising.

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Coal mining is a potentially dangerous occupation, which may result in higher wages for miners than workers with similar levels of education in other industries.

The Statement That "Coal Miners Are Paid More Than Workers