Immigration and the US Economy

What is one of the main reasons immigration is a central issue in the United States?

• It only affects the cultural landscape.

• It is a recent phenomenon.

• It has no impact on the economy.

• It sparks debates about its economic impact.

How do immigrants contribute to labor force growth in the US?

• By reducing the number of available jobs.

• By expanding the labor force, especially in sectors with shortages.

• By focusing only on high-tech sectors.

• By decreasing productivity in key industries.

Which of the following companies was founded by an immigrant or their child?

• Microsoft

• Google

• Facebook

• Apple

What is a common concern regarding immigrants and job competition?

• Immigrants may suppress wages for native-born workers.

• Immigrants create more jobs than they take.

• Immigrants only work in high-skilled sectors.

• Immigrants have no impact on job markets.

How do immigrants impact public resources according to critics?

• They do not use any public resources.

• They contribute more in taxes than they use in services.

• They disproportionately rely on public services.

• They only use resources in high-income areas.

What is a challenge faced by immigrants in workforce integration?

• Lack of interest in working.

• Language barriers and cultural differences.

• Overqualification for available jobs.

• Excessive recognition of foreign credentials.

Why is legal immigration important for the US economy?

• It ensures newcomers are properly vetted and contribute lawfully.

• It focuses only on low-skilled workers.

• It eliminates the need for work visas.

• It allows for unlimited immigration.

What is a consequence of illegal immigration on the labor market?

• It increases wages for all workers.

• It improves working conditions for everyone.

• It creates a shadow economy with lower wages.

• It has no effect on labor standards.

What is a potential impact of illegal immigration on public services?

• It provides more resources to local governments.

• It has no impact on public services.

• It can strain public services in certain regions.

• It reduces the need for public services.

What is essential for managing the dual nature of immigration's impact on the economy?

• Implementing balanced and sound policies.

• Ignoring the challenges and focusing only on positives.

• Focusing solely on legal immigration.

• Allowing unrestricted immigration.