Strategic Wage Setting Evaluation
A manufacturing company has determined that the absolute minimum wage required to ensure its 200 assembly-line workers are productive and do not neglect their duties is $18 per hour. The company's management is considering offering $20 per hour instead, while still only employing 200 workers. Critically evaluate this proposal. In your evaluation, first explain why this is a possible course of action for the firm, and then discuss the potential strategic advantages and disadvantages of paying this higher wage.
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