Types of Unemployment

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Across
  1. 2. This occurs when people are not counted as unemployed in the formal way but would probably work if they had the chance.
  2. 5. This occurs when people are employed, but would like and are available to work more hours
  3. 7. This unemployment occurs when there are changes in the economy over time, leading to a decrease in demand for goods and services and fewer job opportunities.
  4. 9. This occurs at different points over the year because of seasonal patterns that affect jobs.
  5. 10. This can be categorized into three main types: cyclical, structural, and frictional unemployment.
  6. 11. This unemployment occurs when individuals are transitioning between jobs or entering and leaving the workforce.
Down
  1. 1. This type of unemployment is usually ____ and lasts for about one to 12 months
  2. 3. An increase in cyclical unemployment might suggest the economy is operating ___ its potential.
  3. 4. This unemployment arises from a mismatch between available jobs and the skills of job seekers.
  4. 6. structural unemployment can occur even when the ______ is doing well
  5. 8. Structural unemployment tends to be __________ lasting than other types of unemployment.