Why might some firms voluntarily pay workers a wage above the market equilibrium, even in the presence of surplus labor? Check all that apply. Paying higher wages enhances workers to adopt healthier lifestyles, enhancing their productivity. Paying higher wages encourages workers to be more productive. Higher wages cause workers to shirk more of their responsibilities. Paying higher wages increases worker turnover.

Why might some firms voluntarily pay workers a wage above the market equilibrium, even in the presence of surplus labor? Check all that apply. Paying higher wages enhances workers to adopt healthier lifestyles, enhancing their productivity. Paying higher wages encourages workers to be more productive. Higher wages cause workers to shirk more of their responsibilities. Paying higher wages increases worker turnover.

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Chapter1: Making Economics Decisions

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