Which of the following terms refers to an arrangement by an employer to have another firm make goods or perform work that could be accomplished by the employer's own bargaining unit employees?
A) posturing
B) pyramiding
C) subcontracting
D) framing

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Subcontracting is when an employer contracts out work that could be done by their own employees to another firm. This can often be a tactic used to weaken or break a union, as the employer can avoid negotiating with unionized employees and paying union wages and benefits. A and B are not related to the concept of subcontracting, and D is not a relevant term in this context.

Which of the Following Terms Refers to an Arrangement by an Employer