Job A is hard, dull, and dangerous. Job B is easy, fun, and safe. All else equal, we would expect Job A to pay
A)higher wages than Job B because the labor supplied for Job B will be greater.
B)lower wages than Job B because the labor supplied for Job B will be greater.
C)higher wages than Job B because the labor supplied for Job A will be greater.
D)lower wages than Job B because the labor supplied for Job A will be greater.

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Job A is expected to pay higher wages than Job B because it is less desirable due to being hard, dull, and dangerous. This makes the supply of labor for Job A lower, requiring higher wages to attract workers.

Job a Is Hard, Dull, and Dangerous