An economist observes that in Spain, a 55-year-old professional with a university degree, who entered the workforce in the early 1990s, has enjoyed a long, stable career with a single employer. In contrast, their 28-year-old child, who holds two master's degrees, has only been able to find a series of short-term, insecure jobs. Which of the following best explains this generational divergence in career stability, despite the younger individual's higher qualifications?
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