Marlin Wants to Calculate the Inventory Turnover Ratio for His

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Marlin wants to calculate the inventory turnover ratio for his company. He has the following information: beginning inventory = $30 000; ending inventory = $20 000; the cost of goods sold = $100 000. From this he concludes that the inventory turnover ratio is 4.0.

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Collective Bargaining

The process where workers, through their unions, negotiate contracts with their employers to determine pay, work conditions, benefits, and other work-related issues.

Bad Faith Bargaining

Negotiations where one or more parties refuse to engage sincerely or with the intent to reach an agreement, typically violating principles of honesty and fairness.

National Labor Relations Act

A foundational US law enacted in 1935 that protects the rights of employees to organize, bargain collectively, and engage in concerted activities for mutual aid or protection.

Direct Dealing

A labor relations strategy where employers interact directly with employees rather than through union representatives.