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What would the deadweight loss be in the event that the minimum wage is raised to $12 an hour?

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Seeking a better understanding in regards to the deadweight loss that results from a "very high" minimum wage (such as $12/hour).

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increasing the minimum wage is something like putting a price floor above equilibrium price. A firm will hire fewer people causing a surplus of jobs. (increase in unemployment). The dwl will be the triangle where original equilibrium is and the new one. Youtube video explains more:
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