The Law Enacted in 1890 to Break Up Existing Monopolies

question 114

True/False

The law enacted in 1890 to break up existing monopolies and prevent the formation of new ones was the Sherman Antitrust Act.

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Definitions:

Wagner Act

Also known as the National Labor Relations Act of 1935, a foundational U.S. law that established the rights of employees to engage in collective bargaining and union activities.

Supervisor's Actions

Behaviors and decisions taken by a supervisor or manager in the workplace, affecting the working conditions and employee morale.

Exclusive Representation

Legal authorization for a single labor union to represent all employees in a workplace or bargaining unit in negotiations with the employer, regardless of whether all employees are union members.

Wagner Act

U.S. legislation passed in 1935 that established the legal right for workers to join unions and engage in collective bargaining.