How Accurate Were Projections of the 1980 Labor Force?.

Fullerton, Howard N.

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Publication Date: 1982-Jul

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How Accurate Were Projections of the 1980 Labor Force?

Fullerton, Howard N.

Monthly Labor Review, v105 n7 p15-21 Jul 1982

Points out that the Bureau of Labor Statistics has repeatedly underestimated the projected number of persons in the labor force, primarily by overestimating the male labor force and grossly underestimating the female labor force. Analyzes the data and suggests guidelines for their use. (JOW)

Descriptors: Employed Women, Employment Patterns, Employment Projections, Labor Force, Labor Market, Occupational Surveys, Statistical Analysis

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Language: English

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