Exam 11: Labor Unions and Collective Bargaining

Which of the following is the parent organization of local unions?

Tom works at a company that has a closed shop arrangement.In which industry does Tom most likely work?

Which of the following is the central trade union federation in the U.S.?

Union's use of intimidation tactics has promoted a rise in unionization.

The purpose of the Committee on Political Education (COPE) is to support politicians who favor organized labor.

Which section of the labor agreement identifies the union that is recognized as the bargaining representative and describes the bargaining unit?

Which of the following holds membership in the national union?

In the 10 states without right-to-work laws,it is legal for an employer to agree with the union that a new employee must join the union after a certain period of time or be terminated.

What is the status of labor unions in the U.S.?

Boycotts are especially effective when the firm has ________.

Where do the two negotiating teams usually meet?

What are right-to-work laws? How do these laws relate to union security?

If union members should reject the proposed labor agreement,________.

At the local level,the bargaining committee will normally include ________.

Right-to-work laws prohibit management and unions from entering into agreements requiring union membership as a condition of employment.

Job security and fair compensation are common reasons that individuals join unions.

Seniority may be granted to employees on the basis of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

HR managers typically play important roles in daily administration of a labor contract by resolving grievances and providing advice on disciplinary issues.

The United Auto Workers is an example of which type of union?

Most union organizers will NOT continue their organizing efforts unless at least ________ percent of the workers in the workgroup sign authorization cards.