QUIZ ON EMPLOYMENT, UNEMPLOYMENT AND UNDEREMPLOYMENT

1. 1. James is occupied in productive work in which he gets a salary. James is

• self-employed
• unemployed
• employed
• retired

2. 2. Jack is willing and able to work but cannot find a job. Jack's situation can be described as

• employed
• laid off
• self-employed
• unemployed

3. 3. Billy is a University graduate in Civil Engineering. He is employed as an office messenger. Which term best describes his position?

• Job Satisfaction
• Career Advancement
• Underemployment
• Professional Development

4. 4. Which of the following factors influence levels of employment, unemployment and underemployment.

• the availability and use of capital for investment

• the level and range of skills demanded versus those that are available

• the level of technology available to develop resources

• all of the above

5. 5. Automation may have led to fewer jobs in certain industries, but innovation in other areas such as computing have produced opportunities for new businesses and types of workers. Which factor influences employment and unemployment?

• Increased manual labor
• Higher education levels
• Technological advancements
• Government regulations

6. 6. Which of the following are consequences of employing migrants in your country?

• Increased labor supply, cultural diversity, economic growth, potential job competition.
• Decreased population growth
• Increased unemployment rates
• Reduced cultural exchange