"If a Union Is Only Able to Organize a Few

question 191

Multiple Choice

"If a union is only able to organize a few of the firms in an industry, it is unlikely that the union can substantially increase the wages of its members." This statement is

• A) false; unions tend to be stronger when they concentrate on only a few producers in an industry.
• B) false; the demand for unionized workers will be more inelastic if only a few firms in the industry are unionized.
• C) false; all unions can increase the wages of their members.
• D) essentially correct.

---

Definitions:

Disabilities

Physical or mental conditions that limit a person's movements, senses, or activities.

Cultural Influences

The impact of culture on the values, behaviors, and practices of individuals and societies.

Environmental Influences

External factors such as climate, pollution, and urban design that affect an individual's health, behaviors, and quality of life.

Hereditary Influences

Genetic factors passed down from parents to offspring that affect various characteristics and traits.