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What will be the economic result of new legislation increasing the minimum wage above the equilibrium price of labor?

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If the minimum wage is increased to go above the equilibrium price of labor, it could result in a fall in demand for workers and an excess in the supply of workers. While those who already have jobs are now earning a higher wage, there are some who no longer have jobs, since companies are reluctant to employ newer workers. So this may also result in unemployment.

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