Which of These Probably Has Played the LEAST Important Role

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of these probably has played the LEAST important role in the drop in unionization rates in the United States over the past 20 years?

• A) the increase in the share of employment by female workers
• B) the increase in the share of employment in sunbelt states
• C) resistance to unionization by employers
• D) increased competitive pressures within product markets

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Definitions:

Job Content

The actual tasks, responsibilities, and activities that constitute one's employment, defining their role and expectations within an organization.

Job Satisfaction

The level of contentment employees feel about their work, which can affect their performance and motivation.

ERG Theory

ERG Theory is a motivational theory developed by Clayton P. Alderfer that categorizes human needs into three basic levels: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth, suggesting that these needs can be pursued simultaneously.

Alderfer

A psychologist known for developing the ERG (Existence, Relatedness, and Growth) theory as an extension of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.