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How does the rate of employment differ from the rate of unemployment? Which is the better indicator of employment opportunity? Why?
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- The rate of employment is the percentage of the working-age population that is currently employed. It is calculated by dividing the number of employed individuals by the total working-age population and multiplying by 100. - The rate of unemployment is the Show more…
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