NO.PZ2022120703000032
问题如下：
In sectors that rely on a large manual workforce, the implementation of a living wage most likely contributes to:
选项：
A.fewer children educated.
B.increased savings by workers.
C.increased dependence on social services.
解释：
B is correct because "in sectors that employ and rely on masses of manual labour (such as the garment and footwear, food and beverage, consumer electronics or retail sectors), wages are often insufficient to cover workers’ basic living expenses (food, clothing, housing, healthcare and education). The benefits of paying a living wage are clear. Workers who earn a living wage can meet their own basic needs and those of their families and put savings aside, thus being more likely to find their way out of poverty. They work regular working hours instead of excessive overtime to make ‘ends meet’ and are more likely to send their children to school instead of work."
A is incorrect because a living wage contributes to more (instead of fewer) children being educated. "The benefits of paying a living wage are clear. Workers … work regular working hours instead of excessive overtime to make ‘ends meet’ and are more likely to send their children to school instead of work."
C is incorrect because a living wage contributes to less (instead of increased) dependence on social services. "The benefits of paying a living wage are clear. Workers who earn a living wage can meet their own basic needs and those of their families and put savings aside, thus being more likely to find their way out of poverty."
What is “independence of social service”?
