Hyper-Tech Enterprises manufactures mechanical parts used in air conditioning and heating units. The company employs over 300 workers at its Alabama facility. None of the Hyper-Tech employees belong to a union; however, management believes that unionization is in the near future. A representative of a local union has recently visited Hyper-Tech in an attempt to solicit members and have them sign authorization cards. Enough eligible employees have signed authorization cards to petition the NLRB for an election. Hyper-Tech's top executives are considering fighting the unionization efforts. Which of the following questions is LEAST relevant to the decision by Hyper-Tech to fight unionization efforts?
A) How many Hyper-Tech employees were hired within the last year?
B) What percentage of Hyper-Tech employees signed authorization cards?
C) Does Hyper-Tech qualify for coverage by the National Labor Relations Board?
D) What is the opinion of Hyper-Tech's shareholders and creditors regarding unionization?

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A) The number of newly hired employees is least relevant to the firm's decision to fight unionization. Union authorization cards authorize the union to seek a representation election and designate the union as a bargaining representative, so it is important to know the percentage of employees who have signed them. Coverage under the NLRB and the opinion of shareholders regarding unionization are valid points to consider.

Hyper-Tech Enterprises Manufactures Mechanical Parts Used in Air Conditioning and Heating