Which of the Following Is NOT True of the "American

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of the "American plan" concept of employment?

• A) It originated in Chicago.
• B) It allowed employers to hire nonunion workers.
• C) It established open shops.
• D) It could be effectively used to discriminate against unions.
• E) It promised a more democratic work environment than most other shops.

---

Definitions:

Buyer-supplier Network

A system of organizations, people, technology, activities, information, and resources involved in moving a product or service from supplier to buyer.

Informal System

A network or process within an organization that is not officially sanctioned but emerges from the relationships and social networks among employees.

Current Sources

The existing suppliers or providers from which a company obtains products, services, or information.

Strategic Alliances

Partnerships between two or more companies to pursue a set of agreed upon objectives while remaining independent organizations.