One solution to overly legalistic, long contracts negotiated under traditional union-management labor relations is to:
A) decouple the implementation of contractual rights from the contract itself so that the contract only states the actual rights being protected.
B) eliminate the traditional multi-step grievance procedure found in most union contracts.
C) impose mandatory arbitration on the parties.
D) use the contract to specify how wages, hours, and working conditions will be implemented but leave the actual terms out of the contract.

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Decoupling the implementation of contractual rights from the contract itself would allow for a shorter, more understandable contract while still protecting the rights of the employees. This approach would allow for flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances and reduce the need for legalistic language. Eliminating the grievance procedure or imposing mandatory arbitration would not necessarily address the issue of lengthy and complex contracts. Leaving the actual terms out of the contract would create uncertainty and potential confusion.

One Solution to Overly Legalistic, Long Contracts Negotiated Under Traditional