The Labour Force (HSC SSCE Community and Family Studies): Quizzes
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What defines the labour force in a community?
What defines the labour force in a community?
Everyone who can work
What is the main characteristic of part-time jobs?
What is the main characteristic of part-time jobs?
Fewer hours than 35
What does the participation rate indicate?
What does the participation rate indicate?
Economic health
Which age group works the most?
Which age group works the most?
30s to 50s
What is a key trend in job sectors?
What is a key trend in job sectors?
Service jobs are increasing
What is a characteristic of full-time employment?
What is a characteristic of full-time employment?
35 or more hours a week
What does 'unemployed' mean?
What does 'unemployed' mean?
Wanting to work but no job
What is a common benefit of full-time jobs?
What is a common benefit of full-time jobs?
More job security
How is the participation rate calculated?
How is the participation rate calculated?
Employed + Unemployed / Total
What happens to work participation near retirement?
What happens to work participation near retirement?
Decreases generally