Which of the following events can not cause the labor-supply curve to shift?
A)a change in people's attitudes toward work
B)an increase in the price of output
C)a change in workers' alternative opportunities
D)an increase in the rate of immigration

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An increase in the price of output would not cause the labor-supply curve to shift, as it does not directly affect individuals' willingness and ability to work. The other options all have direct impacts on labor supply: A) a change in attitudes may affect individuals' willingness to work, C) changes in alternative opportunities may affect individuals' opportunity cost of working, and D) an increase in immigration will increase the number of available workers in the labor market.

Which of the Following Events Can Not Cause the Labor-Supply