AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

ADULTHOOD PHYSICAL COGNITIVE AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which two types of jobs dominated the labor force in the early1900’s?
A
Sales
B
Agriculture
C
Professional
D
Manufacturing
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The working conditions in factories were often harsh. Hours were long, typically ten to twelve hours a day. Working conditions were frequently unsafe and led to deadly accidents. Tasks tended to be divided for efficiency’s sake which led to repetitive and monotonous work for employees.

Detailed explanation-2: -Poor workers were often housed in cramped, grossly inadequate quarters. Working conditions were difficult and exposed employees to many risks and dangers, including cramped work areas with poor ventilation, trauma from machinery, toxic exposures to heavy metals, dust, and solvents.

Detailed explanation-3: -What are the four types of labor in economics? The four types of labor in economics are skilled, unskilled, semi-skilled, and professional. Together, these four types of labor make up the active labor force.

Detailed explanation-4: -Over the course of the 20th century, the composition of the labor force shifted from industries dominated by primary production occupations, such as farmers and foresters, to those dominated by professional, technical, and service workers. At the turn of the century, about 38 percent of the labor force worked on farms.

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