The Plant Where Ima and Boyd Work Is Located in Illinois

question 22

Multiple Choice

The plant where Ima and Boyd work is located in Illinois, which does not have a right-to-work law. If the workers approve the union as their bargaining agent, Boyd wants to get the greatest union membership that is legally possible. Boyd is likely to push for a(n)

• A) closed shop.
• B) agency shop.
• C) union shop.
• D) sweatshop.

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Definitions:

Fitting People

The process of ensuring that employees' skills, experiences, and personalities align well with their job roles and organizational culture.

Goal Setting

The process of identifying specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives that guide individuals or organizations.

Employee Motivation

The level of energy, commitment, and creativity that a company's workers bring to their jobs, influenced by both intrinsic and extrinsic factors.

Flextime

A flexible work schedule allowing employees to choose their working hours within agreed limits.