An Arbitrator

question 53

Multiple Choice

An arbitrator:

• A) is a neutral third party that helps the union and management negotiators reach a voluntary agreement
• B) determines the conditions of the agreement that ends the negotiation deadlock
• C) may make suggestions and recommendations based on his or her expertise
• D) must have the trust and respect of both parties if he or she is to have any success at ending the deadlock
• E) has no power to impose a solution

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