Between the 1940s and Today, Union Membership in the U

question 567

Multiple Choice

Between the 1940s and today, union membership in the U.S.

• A)rose from about one-eighth to one-third of the labor force.
• B)rose from about one-third to one-half of the labor force.
• C)fell from about one-half to one-third of the labor force.
• D)fell from about one-third to one-eighth of the labor force.

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Definitions:

Brainstem

The part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord and regulates vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Parkinsonism

A syndrome characterized by symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slow movement, similar to those seen in Parkinson's disease.

Stooped Posture

A forward bending of the spine, often associated with conditions such as osteoporosis, Parkinson's disease, or long-term spinal muscle weakness.

Pill-Rolling

A type of tremor characteristic of Parkinson's disease, resembling the motion of rolling a small object or pill between the thumb and forefinger.