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What type of unemployment occurs when workers spend time looking for new job opportunities after changing jobs?
What type of unemployment occurs when workers spend time looking for new job opportunities after changing jobs?
- Structural Unemployment
- Seasonal Unemployment
- Frictional Unemployment (correct)
- Cyclical Unemployment
Which type of unemployment is directly influenced by seasonal changes in consumer demand?
Which type of unemployment is directly influenced by seasonal changes in consumer demand?
- Frictional Unemployment
- Structural Unemployment
- Seasonal Unemployment (correct)
- Cyclical Unemployment
Cyclical unemployment primarily occurs during which economic condition?
Cyclical unemployment primarily occurs during which economic condition?
- During recessions (correct)
- During periods of high consumer demand
- During economic growth phases
- During inflationary periods
What contributes to structural unemployment?
What contributes to structural unemployment?
Which of the following is a factor that can cause institutional unemployment?
Which of the following is a factor that can cause institutional unemployment?
What is one potential consequence of high unemployment for workers?
What is one potential consequence of high unemployment for workers?
How can generous unemployment benefits impact the job market?
How can generous unemployment benefits impact the job market?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of high institutional unemployment?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of high institutional unemployment?
Flashcards
Frictional Unemployment
Frictional Unemployment
A type of unemployment that happens when people are between jobs or are looking for new career opportunities.
Seasonal Unemployment
Seasonal Unemployment
Unemployment caused by seasonal changes in demand for certain goods and services. For example, tourism jobs may be seasonal.
Cyclical Unemployment
Cyclical Unemployment
Unemployment caused by a decline in overall economic activity, often during a recession.
Structural Unemployment
Structural Unemployment
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Institutional Unemployment
Institutional Unemployment
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Cost of Unemployment to the Economy
Cost of Unemployment to the Economy
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Cost of Unemployement to Workers
Cost of Unemployement to Workers
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What is unemployment?
What is unemployment?
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Study Notes
Unemployment
- Unemployment occurs when workers who want jobs can't find them
- High unemployment signals economic struggles, low rates signal an overheated economy
- Unemployment is categorized as frictional, cyclical, structural, and institutional
- Government agencies collect and publish unemployment data in various ways
- Many governments provide unemployment benefits to eligible individuals
Types of Unemployment
- Frictional: Workers change jobs and search for new ones
- Seasonal: Consumer demand varies, impacting certain industries (e.g., tourism)
- Cyclical: Low aggregate demand in a recession
- Structural: Long-term changes in the economy, like closing industries
- Institutional: Long-term factors (government policies, minimum wage, etc.) influence unemployment
Other Unemployment Factors
- Powerful labor unions can demand high wages
- Unemployment benefits may make working less attractive
- Employer social security contributions can be high
- Limited job information can hinder job seeking
- High minimum wages can reduce job demand
- Worker immobility can prevent finding suitable jobs
Costs of Unemployment
- Workers may pay higher taxes to support unemployment benefits
- The overall economy loses from unused resources
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Description
Explore the concept of unemployment, its impact on the economy, and the various types including frictional, seasonal, cyclical, structural, and institutional. This quiz provides insights into how unemployment is measured and the factors that influence it, such as government policies and labor unions.
