
188. HUMAN ACTION Principles of Economics Lecture 1
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The Negative Effects of Minimum Wage Laws
Minimum wage laws not only create unemployment, but also prevent workers from gaining experience and skills. This leads to a permanent unemployed class that cannot acquire higher wages. Furthermore, businesses may raise prices in order to pay higher wages, which is counterproductive for workers. Alternatively, businesses may opt for automation.
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