Question 1

Right to work laws outlaw unions and union membership.

Accepted Answer

Right to work laws do not outlaw unions or union membership. They simply prohibit contracts that require employees to join a union or pay union dues as a condition of employment. It is still legal for workers to join a union if they choose to do so.

Question 2

Arbitration may not always be as impartial as thought.

Accepted Answer

While arbitration is often presented as a neutral and impartial process for resolving disputes, it is important to note that arbitrators are often selected by one or both parties involved and may have biases or conflicts of interest that could impact their decision-making. Additionally, the existence of mandatory arbitration clauses in contracts can limit individuals' access to the courts and deny them the opportunity to seek justice through the legal system.

Question 3

Which type of strike is unauthorized and occurs during the term of a contract?

Accepted Answer

A wildcat strike is unauthorized and occurs during the term of a contract, without the approval or endorsement of the union leadership. Unions and employees are bound by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement during its duration, which includes provisions for grievance procedures and the resolution of disputes. By engaging in a wildcat strike, employees violate the terms of the contract and may face disciplinary action or termination.

Question 4

Right to work is a term used to describe state statutory or constitutional provisions banning the requirement of union membership as a condition of employment.

Accepted Answer

This is the definition of the term "right to work."

Question 5

In a drive to certify a union all five steps must be completed.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a drive to certify a union...

Question 6

Under which scenario must an employer rehire strikers who wish to be reinstated?

Accepted Answer

In unfair labor practice strikes, employees go on strike in response to an unlawful action taken by the employer, such as retaliation for union activity or discrimination. Under the National Labor Relations Act, employees who participate in an unfair labor practice strike are entitled to reinstatement if they offer to return to work within an appropriate amount of time after the strike ends.

Question 7

A(n) ________ procedure provides an orderly system for both employer and union to determine whether some action violated the contract and allows both parties to interpret and give meaning to various clauses.

Accepted Answer

A grievance procedure is a formal process in which an employee or union can bring a complaint before management. This procedure provides an orderly system for resolving disputes and allows both parties to interpret and give meaning to various clauses in the contract.

Question 8

Employees who go on strike risk losing their jobs permanently in all of the following situations except:

Accepted Answer

In unfair labor practice strikes, employees are protected and cannot be permanently replaced.

Question 9

Union membership is declining.

Accepted Answer

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, union membership has been decreasing over the past few decades in the United States.

Question 10

Pay is always the issue as to why people unionize.

Accepted Answer

While pay is a significant factor, people also unionize for reasons such as better working conditions, job security, and benefits.

Question 11

Unions are always bad for employers.

Accepted Answer

Unions can actually benefit employers by providing a means for communication between workers and management, improving employee morale and productivity, and setting standards for work conditions and wages. However, unions can also pose challenges for employers, such as increased labor costs and stricter regulations. The impact of unions on employers can vary depending on the specific circumstances and dynamics of the workplace.

Question 12

A(n) ________ strike results from a failure to agree on the terms of a contract.

Accepted Answer

An economic strike occurs when workers go on strike to demand higher wages, better benefits, or improved working conditions. These strikes are the result of a failure to agree on the terms of a labor contract.

Question 13

Union tactics designed to impede or disrupt production by encouraging employees to slow the pace of work, refuse to work overtime, and participate in sick-outs are called ________.

Accepted Answer

The tactics described in the question are commonly referred to as "inside games" or "work-to-rule" tactics. These tactics are used by unions to put pressure on management during contract negotiations or labor disputes. They involve employees following every work rule to the letter, which often slows down productivity and disrupts normal operations. Options A), C), and D) are not accurate descriptions of this particular tactic.

Question 14

Which form of arbitration means that both parties are committed to accepting the arbitrator's decision?

Accepted Answer

Binding arbitration means that both parties are committed to accepting the arbitrator's decision. In nonbinding arbitration, either party can reject the decision and proceed to court. Compulsory arbitration is a type of binding arbitration that is mandatory for certain disputes, such as in some labor contracts. Interest arbitration is a type of arbitration used to resolve disputes over the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between an employer and a union.

Question 15

The head of the United Auto Workers recently said the union planned a new campaign to organize foreign-owned car plants in the United States. This is an example of ________ strike/campaign.

Accepted Answer

The statement refers to a campaign, which is a form of advocacy or promoting a particular cause or issue. The other options are not relevant as they refer to specific tactics or illegal practices used by unions or employers.

Question 16

Which of the ways below describe how unions are changing?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the ways below describe how...

Question 17

Employers dealing with an unfair labor practice strike can use all of the following responses except:

Accepted Answer

Employers cannot hire permanent replacement workers during an unfair labor practice strike, as it is considered a violation of workers' rights under labor laws.

Question 18

Unions are only appropriate for blue-collar workers.

Accepted Answer

Unions are not solely appropriate for blue-collar workers. They can also be useful for white-collar workers, such as teachers, nurses, and government employees.

Question 19

All states give unions the right to require union membership as a condition of employment.

Accepted Answer

While some states may allow unions to require membership, others have passed right-to-work laws that prohibit such requirements. It varies by state.

Question 20

When employees picket their employer by carrying signs near the employer's place of business they seek to ________.

Accepted Answer

Picketing is a form of protest in which people, typically union workers, carry signs near the employer's place of business to inform the public of a labor dispute. While picketing may encourage other employees to strike, that is not the primary goal. Additionally, picketing does not involve arbitration, which is a formal process of resolving disputes between labor and management through a neutral third party. Therefore, the best choice is B, "inform the public of the labor dispute."

Quiz 9: Managing Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining