Employer Definition

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A person who employs somebody and gives them a wage is called:

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Question (English)

A person who employs somebody and gives them a wage is called:

  1. Employee
  2. Employer ✓ Correct
  3. Consumer
  4. Producer
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

When you employ somebody and give them a wage, you are an employer.

Key Points:
  • Employer pays wages to employees.
  • Both employer and employee are gainfully employed.
  • Both roles involve economic activity for monetary gain.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A (Employee): Receives wages, doesn't pay them.
  • C (Consumer): Buys goods.
  • D (Producer): Produces goods/services.

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This multiple choice question is from CH-1: Introduction, NCERT Books, Statistics for Economics. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-1: Introduction to strengthen your preparation.

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