The textile workers at a local company have had a stressful weekend. Their union has been engaged in contract negotiations for the past 72 hours. When those on the 6 A.m. shift arrive at the factory the doors are chained and they cannot get in. What is this situation called?
A) walk-out
B) lock-out
C) deadlock
D) slowdown

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A lock-out occurs when an employer prevents employees from entering the workplace, usually as a tactic during labor negotiations.

The Textile Workers at a Local Company Have Had a Stressful