Which of the following could increase the supply of labor in the market for cranberry pickers?
(i)a change in the preferences of women toward full-time work
(ii)an increase in the output price
(iii)an increase in the wages paid to apple pickers
(iv)a decrease in the wages paid to apple pickers
A)(ii) only
B)(i), (ii), and (iv) only
C)(i) and (iv) only
D)(ii) and (iii) only

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A change in preferences of women toward full-time work could increase the labor supply as more individuals are willing to work. A decrease in wages for apple pickers might make cranberry picking more attractive, increasing its labor supply.

Which of the Following Could Increase the Supply of Labor