The minimum wage_____________________________.
A) is determined by the federal government for all states
B) is set by the federal government, but individual states may adopt a higher rate
C) is suggested by the federal government, but individual states are free to adopt one that is higher or lower
D) is set on a state-by-state basis with no involvement of the federal government

Question

The minimum wage_____________________________.
A) ​is determined by the federal government for all states
B) ​is set by the federal government, but individual states may adopt a higher rate
C) ​is suggested by the federal government, but individual states are free to adopt one that is higher or lower
D) ​is set on a state-by-state basis with no involvement of the federal government

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The federal government sets a minimum wage, but individual states are free to adopt a higher rate if they choose to do so. Therefore, while there is a federal minimum wage, there are also state-specific minimum wages that may differ.

The Minimum Wage_____________________________