LABOR ECONOMICS
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ISBN: 9781260004724
Author: BORJAS
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Chapter 2, Problem 14P
(a)
To determine
Graphically illustrate the worker’s original budget line and the budget line under the negative income tax (NIT).
(b)
To determine
Determine that the worker will choose to work fewer hours if NIT is adopted.
(c)
To determine
Determine whether the worker’s utility be greater under NIT.
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LABOR ECONOMICS
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