Labor Force
Definition
The labor force refers to the total number of people who are employed or actively seeking employment in a specific country or region.
Analogy
Think of the labor force as a team working together on a project. Each member has a role and contributes to the overall success of the project.
Related terms
Slavery: Slavery is a system where individuals are treated as property and forced to work without consent or payment.
Indentured Servitude: Indentured servitude was an agreement between an individual (indentured servant) and another person (master), where the servant would work for a set period of time in exchange for transportation, food, and shelter.
Triangular Trade: Triangular trade was a three-way trading system during colonial times that involved Europe, Africa, and the Americas. It played a significant role in transporting enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean.
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