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Impact of Unemployment Rate on Wage Setting
A company's HR department sets its nominal wage for the upcoming year based on the forecast that the national unemployment rate will be high. However, due to a sudden economic boom, the actual unemployment rate turns out to be significantly lower than forecasted. Assuming the general price level remains as expected, explain the likely consequence for the company regarding its workforce's motivation and effort. What adjustment would the HR department need to consider for its nominal wage setting in the future to address this situation?
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