Unions Were Originally Formed

question 218

Multiple Choice

Unions were originally formed

• A) to make certain that there were an equal number of nonmanagement and management-level employees within the company.
• B) to uphold the state and federal laws under which businesses operate.
• C) to seek protection against unfair treatment.
• D) to seek worker corporate voting rights, the same as stockholders.

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Definitions:

Militant Union

A labor union known for its aggressive strategies and actions, such as strikes and protests, to assert workers' rights and demands.

Knights of Labor

A 19th-century labor organization in the United States that advocated for the rights of workers, including better pay and working conditions.

Strikes

A work stoppage initiated by employees to protest against their employer's policies or practices, often organized by unions.

Working Conditions

The environment, terms, and circumstances under which an individual is employed, including hours, physical aspects, legal rights, and safety.