Question 1

Which of the following is a craft union?
A)United Auto Workers
B)United Steelworkers
C)Office and Professional Employees International Union
D)United Brotherhood of Carpenters

Accepted Answer

The United Brotherhood of Carpenters is a craft union, as it represents skilled workers in the carpentry trade. The other choices are industrial unions, which represent workers across multiple industries regardless of skill or trade.

Question 2

__________ represent the interests of union members in their relations with their immediate supervisor and other members of management.
A)Union leaders
B)Business representatives
C)Union stewards
D)Mediators

Accepted Answer

Union stewards represent the interests of union members in their relations with their immediate supervisor and other members of management. They are elected by union members to serve as their representative and advocate in the workplace, and to ensure that the collective bargaining agreement is being followed.

Question 3

As an organizing tactic, a union was able to secure a binding commitment from Wegners Market that the firm would not express any opinions for or against the union during the campaign. The union used what technique?
A)Organizer training
B)Corporate campaign
C)Political involvement
D)Neutrality agreement

Accepted Answer

The union used a neutrality agreement with Wegners Market to secure a binding commitment that the firm would not express any opinions for or against the union during the campaign. This is a common organizing tactic that aims to level the playing field and prevent employers from exerting undue influence on unionization efforts.

Question 4

The United Auto Workers, United Steelworkers, and Office and Professional Employees International Union are all classified as __________ unions.
A)skilled
B)mixed
C)industrial
D)craft

Accepted Answer

The United Auto Workers, United Steelworkers, and Office and Professional Employees International Union are all classified as industrial unions. Industrial unions represent all workers, regardless of their specific skills or training, in a particular industry or sector. These unions focus on improving working conditions, wages, and benefits for all workers within the industry, rather than just for specific crafts or trades.

Question 5

Which act requires an employer to negotiate in good faith with the union's representatives over conditions of employment?
A)Wagner Act
B)NLRB Act
C)Taft-Hartley Act
D)Occupational Health and Safety Act

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which act requires an employer to negotiate...

Question 6

Management generally claims exclusive rights to decisions on issues relating to subcontracting, work standards, and job content. Management's claim is properly called
A)guaranteed rights.
B)contracted provisions.
C)provisional security.
D)management prerogatives.

Accepted Answer

Management's claim to exclusive rights on issues related to subcontracting, work standards, and job content is known as management prerogatives. These are the decisions that are made by management without consultation with employees or their representatives. These decisions are made by management to further their business objectives and their strategic goals.

Question 7

An employer has 80 employees in the bargaining unit. After certification, a representation election was held and only 40 employees actually voted. At least __________ employees must vote "no" for the union to lose the election.
A)18
B)19
C)20
D)21

Accepted Answer

The answer of An employer has 80 employees in the...

Question 8

According to Moser, the first step in the union organizing process is
A)the initial organizational meeting.
B)the formation of an in-house organizing committee.
C)employee/union contact.
D)the election petition and voting preparation.

Accepted Answer

The first step in the union organizing process, according to Moser, is employee/union contact. This is when employees first make contact with a union or vice versa, initiating the organizing process.

Question 9

Which of the following is an employee association?
A)National Education Association
B)United Steelworkers
C)Office and Professional Employees International Union
D)United Brotherhood of Carpenters

Accepted Answer

The National Education Association (NEA) is an example of an employee association, primarily focusing on advocating for education professionals and their rights, rather than acting as a traditional labor union focused on collective bargaining for wages and labor conditions.

Question 10

Supervisor Hadley has suspended an employee covered by a typical labor agreement. In a grievance hearing, Hadley will be called upon to demonstrate __________ supporting the suspension.
A)just cause
B)reasonable review
C)complete fairness
D)explainable opinions

Accepted Answer

The concept of "just cause" is a common requirement in labor agreements for disciplinary actions, meaning that the employer must have a valid reason for the action taken. Hadley will need to demonstrate that there was just cause for the suspension.

Question 11

The employees at Wegners Market are in the process of a union organizing campaign. At this point, the NLRB has certified the union as the legal bargaining representative of the employees. Where are they in Moser's progression of steps leading to unionization?
A)Initial organizational meeting
B)Contract negotiations
C)Election petition and voting preparation
D)Formation of in-house organizing committee

Accepted Answer

After the NLRB certifies the union as the legal bargaining representative of the employees, the next step in Moser's progression towards unionization is contract negotiations between the union and the employer.

Question 12

After certification, the United Mine Workers (UMW) was seeking representation through an election at the McCoy Coal Co. 200 employees were eligible to vote, but the vote was only 50 for and 25 against the UMW. According to the process, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) should now
A)order another election as neither side received the majority votes.
B)certify the union as the representative for the 50 employees voting for the UMW.
C)leave it up to the parties to negotiate whether or not the UMW should represent the employees.
D)grant the UMW exclusive representation as it was approved by a majority of the voters.

Accepted Answer

The UMW should be granted exclusive representation because it was approved by a majority of the voters who participated in the election. In labor union elections, the decision is based on the majority of votes cast, not the majority of all eligible voters.

Question 13

Strikes, boycotts, lockouts, and plant closures are techniques used by labor or management as economic pressure in
A)the collective bargaining process.
B)compulsory binding arbitration.
C)negotiation preparation.
D)public sector bargaining.

Accepted Answer

Strikes, boycotts, lockouts, and plant closures are all tactics used by labor or management during collective bargaining to exert economic pressure on the other side to reach a favorable agreement. These tactics are not typically used in other negotiation preparation stages or in public sector bargaining, and while they may occur during arbitration, the process is designed to avoid such economic pressure.

Question 14

In 2016, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) held 1,496 conclusive representation elections, of which __________ resulted in union wins.
A)59%
B)68%
C)74%
D)85%

Accepted Answer

According to the National Labor Relations Board's 2016 Annual Report, 68% of the conclusive representation elections resulted in union wins.

Question 15

As an organizing tactic, a union that makes use of political or community groups to boycott the product of a targeted company is using what technique?
A)Organizer training
B)Corporate campaign
C)Neutrality agreement
D)Political involvement

Accepted Answer

The answer of As an organizing tactic, a union that...

Question 16

The legal right and responsibility to represent all bargaining unit members equally whether they join the union or not is referred to as
A)union check-off.
B)exclusive representation.
C)union certification.
D)elective representation.

Accepted Answer

Exclusive representation refers to the legal right and responsibility of a union to represent all bargaining unit members equally, regardless of whether or not they choose to join the union. This means that the union has exclusive bargaining rights with the employer, and all employees in the bargaining unit are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement negotiated by the union. The other choices, union check-off, union certification, and elective representation, do not accurately describe this concept.

Question 17

__________ are labor organizations that represent various groups of professional and white-collar employees in labor management relations.
A)Craft unions
B)Industrial unions
C)Employee associations
D)Management clubs

Accepted Answer

Employee associations represent professional and white-collar employees in labor management relations. Craft unions represent skilled workers in a particular industry, while industrial unions represent all workers in a particular industry. Management clubs are organizations for managers to network and share best practices.

Question 18

Developing likely union proposals, a list of management demands, and a contingency plan for operating in the event of a strike are part of
A)a union's bargaining strategy.
B)an employer's bargaining strategy.
C)compulsory binding arbitration.
D)good faith bargaining.

Accepted Answer

These activities are part of an employer's bargaining strategy to prepare for negotiations with a union, including anticipating union demands, formulating their own demands, and planning for potential strikes.

Question 19

Unions such as the International Association of Machinists, the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, and the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters are classified as __________ unions.
A)apprentice
B)mixed
C)industrial
D)craft

Accepted Answer

These unions represent workers in specific craft or trade occupations, such as machinists, carpenters, and plumbers, and are therefore classified as craft unions.

Question 20

Once a union becomes certified, the employer is required to
A)sign a labor agreement.
B)deduct union dues from the employees' paychecks.
C)begin negotiations leading toward a labor agreement.
D)notify employees of the bargaining relationship.

Accepted Answer

Once a union becomes certified, the employer is required to begin negotiations leading toward a labor agreement. While the employer may eventually sign a labor agreement, it is not required at this stage. Deduction of union dues is also not mandatory until a collective bargaining agreement is signed. The employer must notify employees of the bargaining relationship, but this is not the only requirement.

Quiz 14: The Dynamics of Labor Relations

Which of the following is a craft union?

__________ represent the interests of union members in their relations with their immediate supervisor and other members of management.

As an organizing tactic, a union was able to secure a binding commitment from Wegners Market that the firm would not express any opinions for or against the union during the campaign. The union used what technique?

The United Auto Workers, United Steelworkers, and Office and Professional Employees International Union are all classified as __________ unions.

Which act requires an employer to negotiate in good faith with the union's representatives over conditions of employment?

Management generally claims exclusive rights to decisions on issues relating to subcontracting, work standards, and job content. Management's claim is properly called

An employer has 80 employees in the bargaining unit. After certification, a representation election was held and only 40 employees actually voted. At least __________ employees must vote "no" for the union to lose the election.

According to Moser, the first step in the union organizing process is

Which of the following is an employee association?

Supervisor Hadley has suspended an employee covered by a typical labor agreement. In a grievance hearing, Hadley will be called upon to demonstrate __________ supporting the suspension.

The employees at Wegners Market are in the process of a union organizing campaign. At this point, the NLRB has certified the union as the legal bargaining representative of the employees. Where are they in Moser's progression of steps leading to unionization?

After certification, the United Mine Workers (UMW) was seeking representation through an election at the McCoy Coal Co. 200 employees were eligible to vote, but the vote was only 50 for and 25 against the UMW. According to the process, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) should now

Strikes, boycotts, lockouts, and plant closures are techniques used by labor or management as economic pressure in

In 2016, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) held 1,496 conclusive representation elections, of which __________ resulted in union wins.

As an organizing tactic, a union that makes use of political or community groups to boycott the product of a targeted company is using what technique?

The legal right and responsibility to represent all bargaining unit members equally whether they join the union or not is referred to as

__________ are labor organizations that represent various groups of professional and white-collar employees in labor management relations.

Developing likely union proposals, a list of management demands, and a contingency plan for operating in the event of a strike are part of

Unions such as the International Association of Machinists, the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, and the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters are classified as __________ unions.

Once a union becomes certified, the employer is required to