Question 1

Once a bargaining unit has been determined, what is the next step in the unionization process?

Accepted Answer

Once a bargaining unit is determined, the next step is to get at least 30 percent of eligible workers to sign authorization cards to show interest in union representation, which is necessary before petitioning the NLRB for an election.

Question 2

____ is the process by which managers and union representatives negotiate the terms and conditions of employment.

Accepted Answer

Collective bargaining is the process of negotiation between managers and union representatives to establish employment terms and conditions, including wages, hours, benefits, and other working conditions, for a specific period. It is a critical component in maintaining a healthy relationship between employers and employees, addressing concerns and conflicts, and ensuring equitable treatment of workers. Collective bargaining is commonly associated with unionized workplaces where workers have a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that outlines their employment terms and conditions.

Question 3

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters (a union representing truck drivers and others) collectively bargains with Univar, the largest distributor of chemical products in the United States. Prior to collective bargaining, who should have the responsibility of examining the financial condition of Univar?

Accepted Answer

Both Univar and the Teamsters' leadership should have the responsibility of examining the financial condition of Univar prior to collective bargaining. Univar should be transparent about its financial condition, and the Teamsters' leadership should analyze the information and negotiate based on its findings. It is not the responsibility of the truck drivers who are members of the Teamsters to examine the financial condition of Univar.

Question 4

Which of the following is the MOST accurate statement?

Accepted Answer

As unions have become smaller and less prevalent in the workforce, their bargaining power and influence has diminished. This has been attributed to a variety of factors, including changes in labor laws and a decrease in the number of unionized industries.

Question 5

The Taft-Hartley Act of 1947 outlawed

Accepted Answer

The Taft-Hartley Act of 1947 outlawed the union shop, which required workers to join a union within a certain period of time after being hired. This made it legal for employees to work in unionized jobs without having to join the union or pay union dues. It did not outlaw union membership, collective bargaining, union stewards or union negotiations of working conditions.

Question 6

The process of dealing with individuals in a company who are represented by a union is called:

Accepted Answer

The process of dealing with individuals in a company who are represented by a union is called labor relations. It involves negotiating with the union regarding various employment-related issues such as wages, benefits, working hours, and working conditions. The aim is to establish a mutually beneficial relationship between the company and the union workers.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a mandatory subject of collective bargaining?

Accepted Answer

While no-strike clauses are often included in collective bargaining agreements, they are not a mandatory subject of bargaining under the National Labor Relations Act. The other options - wages, pension benefits, health benefits, and working hours - are all mandatory subjects of bargaining.

Question 8

The American Federation of Labor focused on what types of work?

Accepted Answer

The American Federation of Labor (AFL) primarily focused on organizing skilled workers in craft-based jobs, emphasizing trades and crafts such as carpentry, plumbing, and other skilled labor.

Question 9

Which of the following issues are receiving more attention from unions in recent years?

Accepted Answer

In recent years, unions have been increasingly focused on protecting and improving pension benefits and job security for their members. This is likely due to the overall economic climate and the prevalence of job instability and uncertainty. While wages and hours remain important issues, health benefits have become more common and accessible through government programs like the Affordable Care Act, reducing the urgency for union action in that area. Union membership has seen a general decline over the past few decades, making it less of a pressing concern for unions. New labor legislation may also be important, but it is not specified which legislation is being referred to and whether it is receiving attention from unions.

Question 10

The earliest unions to be developed in the United States represented specific types of workers and were known as

Accepted Answer

Craft unions were developed in the United States in the early 19th century and represented specific skilled trades workers, such as carpenters or bricklayers. These unions were focused on ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions for their members. This is in contrast to trade associations, which represent entire industries, and job societies, which were early precursors to unions but were not focused on specific trades. Professional networks and worker permit groups are not common types of unions in the United States.

Question 11

Which of the following is the term given to items such as wages, working hours, and benefits?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory items include wages, working hours, and benefits, and are required by law to be negotiated in collective bargaining.

Question 12

Which of the following acts required labor unions to bargain with management in good faith?

Accepted Answer

The Taft-Hartley Act required labor unions to bargain with management in good faith.

Question 13

Which of the following acts required management to bargain with labor unions in good faith?

Accepted Answer

The Wagner Act, also known as the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) of 1935, required management to bargain with labor unions in good faith. This act also prohibited unfair labor practices by employers, such as the discrimination against union members or interference with union organization.

Question 14

In negotiating a labor agreement, the union has decided that a pay raise of $1 per hour for every employee is the minimum they will accept. If they are offered less than that, they will strike. This amount is called the

Accepted Answer

The $1 per hour pay raise is the minimum that the union is willing to accept, so this is their resistance point. This means that anything less than this offer will result in the union taking action, such as striking. Therefore, option A, union resistance point, is the correct answer.

Question 15

The Landrum-Griffin Act of 1959 requires national labor unions to elect new leaders every ____ years.

Accepted Answer

The Landrum-Griffin Act of 1959 requires national labor unions to elect new leaders every five years.

Question 16

Which of the following tactics is illegal?

Accepted Answer

All the options listed (Picketing, Boycotts, Economic strikes, Lockouts) are legal tactics used in labor disputes and negotiations, assuming they are conducted within the bounds of the law. There is no specific illegal tactic mentioned among the choices.

Question 17

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Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Which of the following is necessary in order for decertification to occur?

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

One difference between mediation and arbitration is that

Accepted Answer

The key difference between mediation and arbitration is that in mediation, the mediator works as a neutral third party to facilitate a negotiation between the parties and their recommendation is not binding. However, in arbitration, the arbitrator listens to evidence presented by both parties and makes a decision that is binding on the parties involved. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer as it highlights the difference between the binding nature of the recommendation in arbitration and the non-binding nature of it in mediation.

Question 20

The first major union to have a significant impact in the United States was called the

Accepted Answer

The Knights of Labor was the first major union to have a significant impact in the United States. It was founded in 1869 and grew rapidly in the 1880s, peaking with over 700,000 members in 1886. Its membership included both skilled and unskilled workers, and it advocated for an eight-hour workday, the abolition of child labor, and equal pay for men and women. However, the organization declined in the 1890s and was replaced by the American Federation of Labor (AFL). The Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) came into existence in the 1930s, and the Captains of Workers and Labor Club Organization are not known labor unions.

Quiz 11: Managing Labor Relations