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The video discusses the dual mandate of price stability and full employment, highlighting the complexities of the current job market. Despite low unemployment numbers, many people remain out of the workforce due to various factors, including the pandemic. The discussion covers job openings, turnover rates, and the high quit rate, emphasizing that companies are hiring but also facing challenges in retaining employees. The video also explores factors like retirement, childcare costs, and the wealth effect influencing employment decisions. Ultimately, it concludes that full employment leads to wage growth, reflecting the current economic conditions.

What is one of the main roles of the Federal Reserve in relation to employment?

• To reduce the turnover rate in companies

• To directly hire employees for companies

• To maintain price stability and full employment

• To increase the number of job openings

What is a significant challenge companies face in the current labor market?

• Lack of job openings

• Low demand for services

• High quit rates and difficulty in hiring

• Excessive government regulations

Which industry is mentioned as needing to add people back due to final demand?

• Agriculture

• Technology

• Manufacturing

• Services like hotels and restaurants

What is one reason people might not be returning to the workforce?

• The wealth effect allowing for early retirement

• Lack of job opportunities

• Higher education requirements

• Increased job satisfaction

What does full employment typically lead to in terms of wages?

• No change in wages

• Decreased wages

• Stagnant wages

• Increased wage growth