If the United Auto Workers Union Can Obtain a Substantial

question 370

Multiple Choice

If the United Auto Workers union can obtain a substantial wage increase for auto workers, there will be

• A) a decrease in the supply of automobiles, which is a shift to the right of the supply curve.
• B) a decrease in the supply of automobiles, which is a shift to the left of the supply curve.
• C) an increase in the supply of automobiles, which is a shift to the right of the supply curve.
• D) an increase in the supply of automobiles, which is a shift to the left of the supply curve.

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Arbitrator's Decision

A final decision made by an arbitrator, who is a neutral third party, to resolve a dispute outside of court.

National Labor Relations Act

A foundational statute of US labor law which guarantees the rights of private sector employees to organize into trade unions, engage in collective bargaining, and take collective action such as strikes.

Strikes

Work stoppages initiated by employees to protest against poor working conditions, low pay, or other labor issues.

Federal Mediation

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