After a series of failed negotiations with its union, Sinclair Processing Inc. shuts down its manufacturing unit in order to prevent union members from working. Sinclair Processing is using a _____ to put pressure on the union.
A) pre-emptive strike
B) counter strike
C) vandalism
D) lockout

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A lockout is a tactic used by employers to prevent employees from working by suspending operations until a resolution is reached. In this scenario, Sinclair Processing Inc. is using a lockout to prevent union members from working after failed negotiations.

After a Series of Failed Negotiations with Its Union, Sinclair