Which of the following explains why soccer players make millions of dollars in Europe but do not in the United States?

A) Discriminatory rules established by the government
B) Compensating wage differentials for living in Europe
C) Discriminatory preferences on the part of U.S.sports fans for other sports
D) Efficiency wages paid to European players to enhance on-field performance

Compensating Wage Differentials

Differences in wage rates due to the non-monetary aspects of different jobs, such as riskiness or social value.

Soccer Players

Individuals who participate competitively in soccer, a team sport involving a spherical ball played between two teams.

Efficiency Wages

Wages set above the market equilibrium by employers to boost employee productivity, morale, and loyalty, and to reduce turnover.