Asked by Lilian Cohaus on Jun 11, 2024

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One effect of immigration is to

A) decrease a nation's total output and productive capacity.
B) make capital resources less scarce relative to labor.
C) decrease economic efficiency on a worldwide basis.
D) increase the wage bill in a nation experiencing immigration if the demand for labor is elastic.

Immigration

The process of individuals moving into a new country with the intention of permanent residence.

Total Output

The total amount of goods and services produced by an economy or a firm within a specific period.

Productive Capacity

The maximum output a company, sector, or economy can produce using its current resources efficiently.

  • Acquire knowledge on how immigration affects domestic output and entrepreneurial income in both the countries of departure and arrival.
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Jean Baptiste FamilyJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Immigration can increase the wage bill in a nation if the demand for labor is elastic because it brings in more workers, potentially increasing the total amount of work done and wages paid, especially if there is a high demand for labor that exceeds the supply.