The Practice of Featherbedding Is Intended to Help Unions

question 231

Multiple Choice

The practice of featherbedding is intended to help unions

• A) reduce the tradeoff between higher wages and fewer jobs.
• B) negotiate for higher wages by assuring more efficient labor practices.
• C) increase membership by guaranteeing job growth.
• D) defeat "right-to-work" laws.

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Definitions:

Exculpatory Clauses

Provisions in a contract that release one party from liability for harm caused, typically found in waiver and release agreements.

Courts

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