Which of the following statements about workforce demographics is true?
A) Training of entry-level workers is not needed in today's modern workplace.
B) Workforce demographics have little to do with human resource strategies.
C) Older, experienced workers are likely to be relatively scarce over the next five years.
D) Population growth influences the size and composition of the labor force.
E) Technical tasks can be sent overseas to be accomplished, but companies usually then have to pay more for labor.

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Population growth influences the size and composition of the labor force. In the decade from 2008 to 2018, the U.S. civilian labor force is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2 percent, reaching 166.9 million. This growth is slower than during the previous decade.

Which of the Following Statements About Workforce Demographics Is True