Weakening the Minimum Wage Argument

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A recent article argues that increasing the minimum wage will lead to higher employment levels. The author suggests that with more money to spend, consumers will buy more goods, prompting businesses to hire additional workers. However, economists debate this claim.

Which of the following, if true, would most seriously weaken the argument presented in the article?

Many businesses have indicated that they would reduce their workforce if the minimum wage is increased.

Increases to the minimum wage have been shown to improve employee morale.

Consumers often save a portion of any increase in their income.

More disposable income typically leads to increased spending on luxury goods.

The minimum wage has not changed in several years, leading to increased purchasing power.

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