Asked by Gursave Singh on Jun 26, 2024

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In making labor supply decisions, households weigh

A) the market wage against the value of market produced goods.
B) the market wage against the value of their marginal product of labor.
C) the market wage against the value of leisure and time spent in unpaid household production.
D) child care costs.

Labor Supply Decisions

The determination by individuals regarding how much they are willing to work, influenced by wages, working conditions, and personal preferences.

Market Wage

The prevailing rate of pay for workers in a specific market, determined by the supply of and demand for labor.

Leisure

Free time available to an individual when not engaged in work or essential activities, often used for relaxation or recreational activities.

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Rajan AthwalJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Households consider the trade-off between earning income through work (at the market wage) and the value of spending time on leisure or unpaid household activities. This decision involves comparing the opportunity cost of working to the benefits of non-work activities.