Why is eliminating child labor problematic?

A.
Eliminating child labor would lead to labor shortages in many economies.
B.
Parents would rather their children work than go to school.
C.
Many families depend on their children’s incomes to survive.
D.
Most countries that have high child labor rates do not see the benefit of eliminating the practice.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

1 answer

The best answer is C. Many families depend on their children’s incomes to survive. This highlights the economic realities faced by families in situations where child labor is prevalent, making the elimination of child labor a complex issue that requires addressing the underlying economic conditions.