A student researching the gig economy has taken notes:
• Gig workers are independent contractors, not employees • Platforms like Uber and DoorDash rely on gig workers • Gig work offers flexibility but lacks benefits • Workers bear costs like insurance and equipment • Debates continue over worker classification
The student wants to explain the trade-offs of gig work.
Platforms like Uber and DoorDash rely heavily on gig workers.
Gig work involves trade-offs: workers gain flexibility but sacrifice employee benefits and must cover costs like insurance themselves.
Gig workers are classified as independent contractors, not employees.
Debates continue over proper classification of gig workers.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B. Flexibility vs. lost benefits and self-covered costs show trade-offs.