The big debate about the future of work, explained

What is causing some to forecast a future where humans can't find work?

• The advancement of robots and computers

• The decline in job opportunities

• The increase in global competition

• The lack of technological innovation

According to economists, what is their view on new technologies causing mass unemployment?

• They are concerned about the potential impact

• They believe it will lead to job creation

• They are uncertain about the outcome

• They think it will have no effect on employment

What historical evidence do economists use to support their skepticism about robots taking all the jobs?

• The spike of automation anxiety in the late 20s and early 30s

• The protests against automation in the late 1950s and early 1960s

• The displacement of jobs in various industries

• All of the above

How does new technology create jobs?

• By directly employing people to design and maintain the technology

• By indirectly stimulating economic growth and creating new industries

• By replacing existing jobs with more efficient ones

• By reducing the need for human labor altogether

What does the chart of prime-age employment in the US indicate?

• A decline in job opportunities over time

• A consistent level of employment despite technological advancements

• A significant increase in job opportunities

• A shift in the types of jobs available

What is the key economic logic behind automation and job displacement?

• Automation reduces the total number of jobs in the economy

• Automation leads to higher productivity and economic growth

• Automation has no significant impact on employment

• Automation creates a need for more skilled workers

What did a widely cited study from 2013 predict about the future of jobs in America?

• Nearly half of all jobs will be replaced by robots

• Automation will have no impact on employment

• The majority of jobs will be outsourced to other countries

• The demand for skilled workers will increase

Why does the author argue that the wealth created by technology isn't shared with workers?

• Because workers lack the necessary skills to benefit from new technologies

• Because companies prioritize profit over fair wages

• Because governments fail to implement policies that promote income equality

• Because workers are resistant to adapting to new technologies

What does the slowing down of productivity growth since the early 2000s suggest?

• That automation is not having a significant impact on the economy

• That technological advancements are not translating into increased productivity

• That workers are becoming less efficient despite new technologies

• That the economy is reaching its maximum potential for productivity

What role do governments play in addressing the impact of automation on jobs?

• They have the power to control the pace of automation

• They can implement policies to mitigate the negative effects on workers

• They can prevent the adoption of new technologies

• They are responsible for ensuring equal distribution of wealth