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Credentialism opens jobs _______________?

Correct answer: B. to members of skilled professions

  • A. to all people
  • B. to members of skilled professions
  • C. to members of academia
  • D. but has no bearing on the job market

Explanation

Credentialism makes educational qualifications a screening requirement, allowing jobs to be restricted to people holding the credentials associated with skilled professions. It therefore affects access to the labour market rather than having no bearing on it.

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