Which of the following activities can frequently be found in the labor relations of Germany?
A) Union organization on a localized level only.
B) Low levels of unionization, especially in the engineering industries.
C) Arbitration at the individual plant level on wages.
D) Collective bargaining over wages and conditions of employment (job classification, working time, and working conditions) occurs formally outside the plant.
E) All of these

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Collective bargaining over wages and conditions of employment (job classification, working time, and working conditions) occurs formally outside the plant. This is a key characteristic of Germany's labor relations system. Option A is incorrect as Germany has both localized and national-level unions. Option B is incorrect as Germany has a relatively high level of unionization, especially in the engineering industries. Option C is incorrect as arbitration typically takes place at a higher level than the individual plant, such as at the industry or regional level.

Which of the Following Activities Can Frequently Be Found in the Labor