Show, using a demand and supply diagram, what will happen to the wages of scientists and engineers if there is an increase in immigration of scientists and engineers from other countries.

What will be an ideal response?

As immigration of scientists and engineers increases, the supply curve for scientists and engineers shifts to the right, reducing the equilibrium wage. Refer to Figure 15.1 as a sample demand and supply diagram.

 


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