Final answer:
The Behavioral Health Pathway addresses both the client's need to quit smoking and his potential for increased employment opportunities through getting a GED and leveraging industry networks.
Step-by-step explanation:
The correct referral pathway for a client seeking to increase earning potential by getting a GED and quitting smoking would be the Behavioral Health Pathway. This path not only addresses the need for smoking cessation but also underpins the importance of behavioral changes that can contribute to better overall health and potentially better job prospects. As employment opportunities can be influenced by one's network within the industry, leveraging personal connections can be beneficial. Moreover, reducing cigarette use can be achieved by shifting the inelastic demand curve, using strategies such as public programs, anti-smoking campaigns, or increasing taxes, to make cigarettes less affordable and thus decrease consumption.
Making use of various job search approaches and having a job search action plan are crucial. Expanding one's professional network can enhance the chances of getting hired, and strategies like using referrer networks should not be overlooked. Additionally, it is notable that youth smoking is more responsive to price changes than adult smoking, suggesting different strategies may be needed to address these two groups effectively for smoking cessation.