The Country of Trevanvia Goes Through a Period of Recession

question 32

Multiple Choice

The country of Trevanvia goes through a period of recession, which leaves a large number of people unemployed due to extensive layoffs by companies. The companies use the strategy of job termination to cut down their costs and reduce their output as the people are now more cautious with their spending. In the given scenario, the layoffs that take place exemplify _____.

• A)seasonal unemployment
• B)structural unemployment
• C)frictional unemployment
• D)cyclical unemployment

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Definitions:

Strike Probability

The likelihood of a workforce stopping work as a form of protest or to enforce demands for conditions or terms of employment.

Unfair Labor Practice

Actions by employers or unions that violate the rights of employees or the procedures of collective bargaining under existing labor laws.

Conventional Arbitration

A dispute resolution method where an impartial third party hears arguments from both sides and makes a legally binding decision.

Chilling Effect

A situation where the fear of potential legal or economic repercussions results in hindered or silenced expression, often in the context of free speech, journalism, or public participation.