Question 1

In 1990,union membership has _____ as a percentage of the civilian labor force and has _____ in terms of total union members.

Accepted Answer

A) increased; increased 
B) increased; decreased 
C) decreased; increased 
D) decreased; decreased 
A) increased; increased 
B) increased; decreased 
C) decreased; increased 
D) decreased; decreased

Question 2

Pickets may further disrupt an employer's business because one union member,such as a truck driver,may refuse to cross another union's picket line.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Developing likely union proposals,lists of demands,and a contingency plan for operating in the event of a strike are part of:

Accepted Answer

A) a union's bargaining strategy. 
B) an employer's bargaining strategy. 
C) compulsory binding arbitration. 
D) good faith bargaining. 
A) a union's bargaining strategy. 
B) an employer's bargaining strategy. 
C) compulsory binding arbitration. 
D) good faith bargaining.

Question 4

A third-party neutral who resolves labor disputes by issuing a final decision that the parties must accept is:

Accepted Answer

A) a mediator. 
B) an arbitrator. 
C) a union steward. 
D) a conciliator. 
A) a mediator. 
B) an arbitrator. 
C) a union steward. 
D) a conciliator.

Question 5

The Taft-Hartley Act was passed to place certain restraints on union practices.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Good faith bargaining requires that:

Accepted Answer

A) each side's negotiators meet at any time and place to discuss issues. 
B) each side's negotiators meet at any time and a reasonable place to discuss issues. 
C) each side's negotiators meet at a reasonable time and reasonable place to discuss issues. 
D) an agreement be reached within a reasonable amount of time. 
A) each side's negotiators meet at any time and place to discuss issues. 
B) each side's negotiators meet at any time and a reasonable place to discuss issues. 
C) each side's negotiators meet at a reasonable time and reasonable place to discuss issues. 
D) an agreement be reached within a reasonable amount of time.

Question 7

List some typical and some progressive clauses found in a labor agreement.

Accepted Answer

Typical clauses include:
-wages
-vacatio

Question 8

The petition to hold representation elections usually is initiated by the union.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The United Mine Workers (UMW)was seeking recognition through an election at the McCoy Coal Co.200 employees were eligible to vote,but the vote was only 50 for and 25 against the UMW.According to the process,the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)should now:​

Accepted Answer

A) order another election as neither side received the majority votes. 
B) certify the union as the representative for the 50 employees voting for the UMW. 
C) leave it up to the parties to negotiate whether or not the UMW should represent the employees. 
D) certify the UMW as it was approved by a majority of the voters. 
A) order another election as neither side received the majority votes. 
B) certify the union as the representative for the 50 employees voting for the UMW. 
C) leave it up to the parties to negotiate whether or not the UMW should represent the employees. 
D) certify the UMW as it was approved by a majority of the voters.

Question 10

Neutrality agreements secure a binding commitment from the _____ to remain neutral during the organization drive.

Accepted Answer

A) employees 
B) local government 
C) employer 
D) national or international union 
A) employees 
B) local government 
C) employer 
D) national or international union

Question 11

The two purposes of the National Labor Relations Board are to prevent and investigate unfair labor practices and to hold secret ballot representation elections.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The Wagner Act created the National Labor Relations Board.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The collective bargaining process may include activities such as strikes and boycotts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Injunctions are now prohibited to be granted in labor disputes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The Bill of Rights of Union Members gives every union member the right to attend and participate in union meetings,but not to vote on union business,which is an assigned duty of union officers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Unionization restricts the freedom of management to formulate HR policy unilaterally.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Management prerogatives are those decisions over which management claims exclusive rights.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

To reenergize the labor movement,some union funds are given to political candidates who specifically pledge support for prolabor legislation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A term applied to the goals of U.S.labor organizations,which collectively bargain for improvements in wages,hours,job security,and working conditions is known as:

Accepted Answer

A) political goal-setting. 
B) business unionism. 
C) tactical unionism. 
D) collective entrepreneurship. 
A) political goal-setting. 
B) business unionism. 
C) tactical unionism. 
D) collective entrepreneurship.

Question 20

A union will not usually take a weak case to arbitration for the fear of losing member support.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

In 1990,union membership has _ as a percentage of the civilian labor force and has _ in terms of total union members.

Pickets may further disrupt an employer's business because one union member,such as a truck driver,may refuse to cross another union's picket line.

Developing likely union proposals,lists of demands,and a contingency plan for operating in the event of a strike are part of:

A third-party neutral who resolves labor disputes by issuing a final decision that the parties must accept is:

The Taft-Hartley Act was passed to place certain restraints on union practices.

Good faith bargaining requires that:

List some typical and some progressive clauses found in a labor agreement.

The petition to hold representation elections usually is initiated by the union.

The United Mine Workers (UMW)was seeking recognition through an election at the McCoy Coal Co.200 employees were eligible to vote,but the vote was only 50 for and 25 against the UMW.According to the process,the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)should now:

Neutrality agreements secure a binding commitment from the _____ to remain neutral during the organization drive.

The two purposes of the National Labor Relations Board are to prevent and investigate unfair labor practices and to hold secret ballot representation elections.

The Wagner Act created the National Labor Relations Board.

The collective bargaining process may include activities such as strikes and boycotts.

Injunctions are now prohibited to be granted in labor disputes.

The Bill of Rights of Union Members gives every union member the right to attend and participate in union meetings,but not to vote on union business,which is an assigned duty of union officers.

Unionization restricts the freedom of management to formulate HR policy unilaterally.

Management prerogatives are those decisions over which management claims exclusive rights.

To reenergize the labor movement,some union funds are given to political candidates who specifically pledge support for prolabor legislation.

A term applied to the goals of U.S.labor organizations,which collectively bargain for improvements in wages,hours,job security,and working conditions is known as:

A union will not usually take a weak case to arbitration for the fear of losing member support.

The Challenge of Human Resources Management

Strategy and Human Resources Planning

Equal Employment Opportunity and Human Resources Management

Job Analysis and Job Design

Expanding the Talent Pool: Recruitment and Careers

Employee Selection

Training and Development

Performance Management and the Employee Appraisal Process

Managing Compensation

Pay-For-Performance: Incentive Rewards

Employee Benefits

Promoting Safety and Health

Employee Rights and Discipline

International Human Resources Management

Creating High-Performance Work Systems

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Exam 14: The Dynamics of Labor Relations

In 1990,union membership has _____ as a percentage of the civilian labor force and has _____ in terms of total union members.

Pickets may further disrupt an employer's business because one union member,such as a truck driver,may refuse to cross another union's picket line.

Developing likely union proposals,lists of demands,and a contingency plan for operating in the event of a strike are part of:

A third-party neutral who resolves labor disputes by issuing a final decision that the parties must accept is:

The Taft-Hartley Act was passed to place certain restraints on union practices.

Good faith bargaining requires that:

List some typical and some progressive clauses found in a labor agreement.

The petition to hold representation elections usually is initiated by the union.

The United Mine Workers (UMW)was seeking recognition through an election at the McCoy Coal Co.200 employees were eligible to vote,but the vote was only 50 for and 25 against the UMW.According to the process,the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)should now:​

Neutrality agreements secure a binding commitment from the _____ to remain neutral during the organization drive.

The two purposes of the National Labor Relations Board are to prevent and investigate unfair labor practices and to hold secret ballot representation elections.

The Wagner Act created the National Labor Relations Board.

The collective bargaining process may include activities such as strikes and boycotts.

Injunctions are now prohibited to be granted in labor disputes.

The Bill of Rights of Union Members gives every union member the right to attend and participate in union meetings,but not to vote on union business,which is an assigned duty of union officers.

Unionization restricts the freedom of management to formulate HR policy unilaterally.

Management prerogatives are those decisions over which management claims exclusive rights.

To reenergize the labor movement,some union funds are given to political candidates who specifically pledge support for prolabor legislation.

A term applied to the goals of U.S.labor organizations,which collectively bargain for improvements in wages,hours,job security,and working conditions is known as:

A union will not usually take a weak case to arbitration for the fear of losing member support.

The Challenge of Human Resources Management

Strategy and Human Resources Planning

Equal Employment Opportunity and Human Resources Management

Job Analysis and Job Design

Expanding the Talent Pool: Recruitment and Careers

Employee Selection

Training and Development

Performance Management and the Employee Appraisal Process

Managing Compensation

Pay-For-Performance: Incentive Rewards

Employee Benefits

Promoting Safety and Health

Employee Rights and Discipline

International Human Resources Management

Creating High-Performance Work Systems

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In 1990,union membership has _ as a percentage of the civilian labor force and has _ in terms of total union members.

The United Mine Workers (UMW)was seeking recognition through an election at the McCoy Coal Co.200 employees were eligible to vote,but the vote was only 50 for and 25 against the UMW.According to the process,the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)should now: