Bradley,the production head at Alpha manufacturing Co.,refused to allow the workers into the manufacturing plant while negotiations were taking place for a new collective bargaining agreement.As a result of this action,Bradley helped the owners gain a significant bargaining advantage over the company's labor union.The tactic Bradley followed is an example of an)_____.

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A lockout is a tactic used by employers to prevent workers from working and to gain leverage in labor negotiations. By refusing to allow workers into the manufacturing plant, Bradley effectively locked them out and gave the company an advantage in the bargaining process.

Bradley,the Production Head at Alpha Manufacturing Co