Which of the Following Is True of the Effects of Unions

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the effects of unions on company performance?

• A) As a result of the type of pay system favored by unions, employees are more inclined to compete than cooperate.
• B) Most studies show that union workers are less productive than nonunion workers.
• C) On average, union members receive higher wages and more generous benefits than nonunion workers.
• D) The introduction of a union invariably results in the employer paying lesser attention to employee ideas.
• E) Evidence shows that unions have a large positive effect on profits.

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