HISET Social Studies Practice

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What are child labor laws designed to do?

Encourage children to work for extra income
Establish minimum wage for all jobs
Forbid employment of children in certain jobs
Ensure all children receive formal education

The correct answer is: Forbid employment of children in certain jobs

Child labor laws are primarily designed to protect minors from exploitation and harmful working conditions, which is reflected in the focus of these laws on forbidding employment of children in certain jobs deemed too dangerous or unsuitable for their age. The intent is to ensure the safety and well-being of children, allowing them to grow and develop without the burden of inappropriate work responsibilities. While these laws may indirectly support education by ensuring that children are not forced to work excessive hours, they specifically target the conditions under which children can be employed. This helps to maintain a balance where children are not deprived of their childhood or educational opportunities due to premature labor demands. The other choices emphasize aspects that, while relevant to children's welfare and employment rights, do not encapsulate the primary aim of child labor laws as directly as the correct option does. Thus, the emphasis on prohibiting children from certain jobs is what precisely aligns with the core purpose of child labor legislation.