In an economy,U = the number of adults who are unemployed,E = the number of adults who are employed,and NLF = the number of adults not in the labor force.The labor force participation rate in the economy is equal to:

A) U/(U + E) .
B) E/(U + E) .
C) U/(U + E + NLF) .
D) E/(U + E + NLF) .
E) (U + E) /(U + E + NLF) .

Labor Force Participation Rate

The percentage of the total working-age population that is active in the labor market, either employed or actively seeking employment.

Adults

Individuals who have reached a specific age or maturity level, generally considered to be the age at which they can assume legal rights and responsibilities.

Unemployed

Individuals who are jobless, actively seeking work, and available to take up employment.