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Minimum Wage Laws and Monopsony Power

The Minimum wage laws potentially raise both employment and wages if firms: (i) Have monopsony power in the labor market and don’t wage discriminate. (ii) Practice outsourcing across the international borders as labor costs abroad are lower. (iii) Are pure competitors in output market and practice substantial wage discrimination. (iv) Lack monopsony power in the labor market however have significant powers in output market.

Can someone please help me in finding out the accurate answer from the above options.

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