Which of the Following Is a True Statement About American Workers in the 1920s

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about American workers in the 1920s?

• A)Farmers made more money than industrial workers.
• B)Skilled workers received high wages, and some enjoyed paid vacations, sick leave, and other benefits.
• C)Sixty percent of industrial workers lived below the poverty level.
• D)Men and women were increasingly paid comparable wages.
• E)Most workers belonged to unions.

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Definitions:

Bargaining Unit

A group of employees with a clear and identifiable community of interests who are represented by a single labor union in collective bargaining.

Industrial Unionism

A labor union organizing method where all workers in the same industry are unified into a single union, regardless of their specific trades or professions.

Social Unionism

A form of unionism focused on broader societal issues beyond workplace concerns, including social justice, environmental sustainability, and community welfare.

Tripartite Peak-level Negotiations

Strategic discussions involving three primary parties - typically government, employers, and labor unions - on key national labor policies and agreements.