Is the minimum wage fair?
A) Yes, because all workers benefit because they are paid more.
B) No, because it enhances the prospects of voluntary exchange.
C) No, because workers who lose their jobs are made worse off.
D) Yes, because firms must pay a wage closer to a living wage.
E) Yes, because workers need the extra income.
C
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