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What is the definition of unemployment?

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Employment and unemployment

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What is the definition of unemployment?.

  1. A.Individuals actively working
  2. B.Individuals seeking work but unable to find it
  3. C.Individuals not willing to work
  4. D.Individuals in full-time education

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Definitions of Employment and Unemployment

Employment refers to individuals who are actively engaged in work and receiving payment. Unemployment is the state of individuals who are willing and able to work but cannot find a job.

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    State the definition of employment.

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