Minimum Wage
Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be a minimum of one (1) single-spaced page to a maximum of two (2) pages in length; refer to the "Assignment Format" page for specific format requirements. Using what you learned in Lessons 1 and 2 as well as in this lesson, write a well-developed argument essay on one of the following topics: ƒ¤ Minimum Wage Your essay, which must demonstrate your understanding of the argument essay, will be graded using the following scale: Essay clearly demonstrates the concept of argumentation 15 points Clear thesis statement/purpose for essay 10 points Paragraph development (includes thesis support, topic sentences, and paragraph unity and coherence) 35 points Organization of essay (including transitions) 20 points Use of language (includes grammar and punctuation) 20 points 100 points You may use outside sources if you document them using APA format, or you may write this essay based entirely on your knowledge/experience.
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Labor laws are typically the result of government policies aimed at regulating labor practices. Recently, there has been debate on the impact of raising wages for both businesses and workers. Even though, the minimum wage is meant to help workers, the policies adopted do not always lead to the expected results, as the private sector typically creates most jobs and responds negatively to raising minimum wage levels. Those targeted by labor practices that seek to regulate minimum wages are at a disadvantage as employers look to cut costs through lower wage payment or hiring fewer workers. This paper aims to highlight on the negative effects of raising the minimum wage.
One of the mechanism through which employers respond to minimum wage increase level is by increasing the price of their goods. Thus, the disposable income of workers does not improve considerably, as this would be accompanied with an increase in the cost of living. Employer may result to selective hiring as well as reduce workers benefit to compensate for the rise in minimum wage (Wilson, 20...