Assuming that all other things are equal, including the wage, which of the following statements is correct?

A) The quantity of labor supplied for difficult jobs exceeds that for easy jobs.
B) The quantity of labor supplied for fun jobs exceeds that for dull jobs.
C) The quantity of labor supplied for dangerous jobs exceeds that for safe jobs.
D) The quantity of labor supplied for dirty, outdoor jobs exceeds that for jobs in clean environments.

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Arthur Young · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Given equal wages, more people are likely to supply labor for jobs that are perceived as fun compared to those that are dull. This is because, all else being equal, individuals tend to prefer work that is enjoyable or satisfying over work that is not.

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