Robert Cage
Rober Cage is an
‘economist formerly inthe
Division of Expendire
Surveys, Buea of Labor
Statistics. He was assisted
by Carolyn White, a0
economic assistant inthe
fame division, in preparing
‘his ail and in
constructing tables and
hans for
Spending differences
across occupational fields
Multivariate analysis reveals
that income is the most significant factor
in determining levels of various expenditures;
occupation and education also play a role
ince the late 1940's, the U.S. labor force
has undergone several substantial changes
affecting its composition and structure.
Female participation has grown rapidly since
‘World War Il, and consequently, there are more