To determine the size of the labor force based on the provided table, let's understand the categories:
1. Discouraged Workers: These are individuals who are not actively seeking employment due to the belief that no jobs are available for them. The number given is 15 million.
2. Unemployed Workers: These are individuals who are actively seeking employment. The number given is 40 million.
3. Employed Workers: These are individuals who currently have jobs. The number given is 100 million.
The labor force includes both employed and unemployed workers, but does not include discouraged workers.
To find the total size of the labor force, add together the number of discouraged workers, unemployed workers, and employed workers:
- Discouraged Workers: 15 million
- Unemployed Workers: 40 million
- Employed Workers: 100 million
Adding these together:
[tex]\[ 15 + 40 + 100 = 155 \][/tex]
Therefore, the size of the labor force is 155 million.
Thus, the correct answer is:
155 million.
