Which of the following statements is true about the composition of the U.S.labor force in the next decade?
A)Immigration will cease to affect the size and diversity of the workforce.
B)The largest proportion of the labor force is expected to be in the age group of 16-24 years.
C)The percentage of highly skilled immigrants will continue to remain lower than the percentage of low-skilled immigrants.
D)The median age of the labor force will increase to the highest number ever.
E)The high cost of health insurance and a decrease in health benefits will cause many employees to quit working.

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According to demographic projections, the median age of the U.S. labor force is expected to increase to the highest number ever in the next decade due to the aging of the baby boomer generation and a decline in birth rates. Options A, B, C, and E are incorrect because immigration is projected to continue affecting the workforce, the highest proportion of the labor force is expected to be in the 25-54 age group, the percentage of highly skilled immigrants is expected to increase, and the high cost of health insurance may impact employment decisions but is unlikely to cause a significant decrease in the workforce.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About the Composition