Which of the Following Is Not a Likely Cause of the Recent

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a likely cause of the recent increase in nonunion dispute resolution systems?

• A) More companies are pursuing a human resource strategy to remain nonunion by improving employee equity and voice mechanisms at work
• B) The decline in unionization has resulted in a greater need for management to find new methods for resolving workplace disputes
• C) The cost of lawsuits has increased and employers are looking for ways to reduce their risk
• D) More companies are pursuing a union substitution strategy

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