Which of the following is an example of structural unemployment?
A) Shelly is looking for work but never finished high school so her skills are perceived as limited by employers.
B) Sean just graduated from college and is planning to apply for professional positions.
C) Shamille was laid off as an architect because the economy is in a recession.
D) Shani is a hair stylist who cannot find work because her own hair is purple.

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Structural unemployment occurs when there is a mismatch between the skills or qualifications of job seekers and the available job openings. In this case, Shelly's lack of a high school diploma is seen as a limiting factor by employers, making it difficult for her to find work. The other options do not demonstrate structural unemployment - B is an example of a recent college graduate seeking employment, C is an example of cyclical unemployment related to the recession, and D is an example of frictional unemployment (difficulty finding work due to personal choices or circumstances).

Which of the Following Is an Example of Structural Unemployment