Canadian Securities Course (CSC) Level 1 Practice Exam

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What does the participation rate represent?

  1. It represents the share of the working-age population that is in the labour force

  2. Firms increase production to meet new demands

  3. Unemployment, inflation, labour costs

  4. Decline in economic activity

The correct answer is: It represents the share of the working-age population that is in the labour force

The participation rate represents the share of the working-age population that is in the labour force. This statistic is essential for understanding labor market dynamics as it indicates the proportion of the population that is either employed or actively seeking employment. It does not directly relate to firms increasing production, economic indicators like unemployment, inflation, and labor costs, or a decline in economic activity, making these options incorrect in this context.