Exam 12: Alternative Approaches to Economic Organization

Outline the differences and similarities between worker buyouts and producer co-operatives, and discuss the barriers each of these alternative approaches to economic organization might face. In your opinion, which, if any, of these approaches would have the greatest chance of being successful in your community? Explain why.

In Canada, about what percentage of private-sector workers own shares in their company?

Which of the following statements best describes the social contributions of organizations like the "Living Wage" movement and the "Clean Clothes Campaign?"

Which of the following best describes Germany's "dual representation system" of industrial democracy?

Which of the following is correct about attempts to introduce industrial democracy in North America?

The "internal responsibility system" for dealing with workplace health and safety issues in Canada is best defined by which of the following statements?

Which of the following is a defining principle of producer co-operatives, compared to other types of worker ownership?