The Ability of Unions to Achieve Key Goals in the Future

question 113

Multiple Choice

The ability of unions to achieve key goals in the future will depend on their ability to

• A) reestablish their base of strength in the manufacturing sector.
• B) find ways to cooperate with management in training workers and redesigning jobs.
• C) repeal the Wagner Act and the Norris-LaGuardia Act in order to eliminate restrictions on union tactics.
• D) return to the confrontational tactics used successfully in the 1930s when unions grew rapidly.

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Definitions:

Relevant Cost

Costs that will be affected by a decision and will have an impact on the future.

Variable Production Cost

Charges that fluctuate in line with production levels, such as direct labor and materials used.

Split-off

A point in the production process where multiple products are derived from a common input, and separate paths of further processing or sale are identified.

Avoidable Fixed Production Cost

Fixed costs that can be eliminated if a particular product, service, or segment is discontinued.