How does a reduction in minimum wage affect the labour market settings?
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Decrease in minimum wage leads to lower labor costs for employers: When the minimum wage is reduced, employers can pay their workers less, which reduces their labor costs. This can lead to an increase in profits for businesses. Show more…
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