LaunchPad for Krugman's Economics 4e (Twelve-Month Access)
LaunchPad for Krugman's Economics 4e (Twelve-Month Access)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781319011017
Author: Paul Krugman, Robin Wells
Publisher: Worth Publishers
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Chapter 23, Problem 1BCQ
To determine

The role of temporary staffing in the economy.

Concept Introduction:

Temporary Staffing: Temporary staffing refers to a situation when the employees are employed only for a specified period for a specific task. When that task is completed, the employment is terminated.

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Explanation of Solution

  • As per the given data, in 2007, 1.781 million unemployed people got into jobs whereas 1.929 working people got unemployed. This implies that there existed temporary employment and unemployment in 2007.
  • Between the recession period of 2007-2009, temporary employment decreased from 2% to 1.4% while after 2009, it increased back to 2% in 2014 because after recession period, employers were not stable enough to give full time employment.
  • After this, the economy showed growth. During the growth period, the web-based companies came into existence.
  • These web-based companies hired a large chunk of workers as temporary staff and freelancers which helped economy to grow further.

Conclusion:

Thus, temporary staffing played an important role in the economy.

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