Unions derive their negotiating power from two sources: laws that guarantee and regulate negotiations and
A) lobbyists on Capitol Hill.
B) strong union leadership.
C) financial gifts from supporters.
D) the number of union members.
E) public support of higher wages.

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Unions derive their negotiating power from the number of union members they represent. The more members a union has, the more bargaining power they have in negotiating better wages, benefits, and working conditions for their members. Laws that guarantee and regulate negotiations are important, but ultimately it is the strength and size of the union that determines their bargaining power.

Unions Derive Their Negotiating Power from Two Sources: Laws That