Which of the Following Is TRUE of the Labor Movement

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE of the labor movement in Japan?

• A) The Allied occupation encouraged unions as a form of democratizing Japanese politics.
• B) Unions were instrumental in winning concessions over wages and working conditions.
• C) The rate of unionization has fallen steadily since the 1970s.
• D) The number of labor disputes, like strikes and walkouts, has fallen dramatically since the 1970s to the point that they are almost nonexistent today.
• E) All of the above statements are true.

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Affirmative Action

Policies or measures aimed at increasing the opportunities for minorities and disadvantaged groups in various areas such as employment and education.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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