When the occupational choices of women or minorities are restricted, this results in

A) lower wages for these groups, but has no effect on the efficient allocation of labor resources.
B) lower wages for these groups, but more efficient allocation of labor resources.
C) lower wages for these groups and less efficient allocation of labor resources.
D) higher wages for these groups and more efficient allocation of labor resources.

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Andry Rasolofoson · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Restricting occupational choices for women or minorities not only leads to lower wages for these groups due to limited opportunities but also results in a less efficient allocation of labor resources because it prevents the most skilled individuals from occupying positions that best match their abilities, regardless of their gender or ethnicity.

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