If More Than 50% of Employees Have Signed Authorizations Cards

question 119

Short Answer

If more than 50% of employees have signed authorizations cards, the employer can choose to recognize the union and bargain with it. In this case, no election is needed. This is referred to as _______________________________.

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Definitions:

Period Costs

Expenses that are not directly tied to the production process and are instead incurred over a specific time period, such as selling, general, and administrative expenses.

Operating Costs

Expenses associated with running a business on a day-to-day basis, such as rent, utilities, and payroll, excluding costs associated with producing goods.

Factory Overhead

Encompasses all indirect costs involved in manufacturing, excluding direct materials and direct labor, such as utilities and rent for the manufacturing space.

Labor Costs

Expenses incurred by companies for the wages, salaries, and benefits paid to their employees.