A Number of HVAC Companies in the Region Are Concerned

question 87

True/False

A number of HVAC companies in the region are concerned about the entrance of unions into their markets, as they feel this will raise their costs, which will then be passed on to the consumer. As a way to keep unions out, these companies have created a list of job applicants who are known to be union supporters. All the companies have access to the list, and they update it as appropriate. This activity is illegal.

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Definitions:

Tangible Costs

Readily identifiable costs that can be measured with some precision.

Intangible Costs

A category of location costs that cannot be easily quantified, such as quality of life and government.

Competitiveness

The ability of a company, sector, or nation to offer products and services that meet the quality standards of the local and global markets at competitive prices.

Corruption

The abuse of entrusted power for private gain, often undermining integrity and fairness in various sectors.