Why Might Unions Have a Negative Effect on Firm Productivity

question 25

Multiple Choice

Why might unions have a negative effect on firm productivity?

• A) Collective voice increases the number of employee complaints.
• B) Formal grievance procedures are used to discuss workplace conflict.
• C) The industry may have a history of union-management conflict.
• D) Unions increase participative decision making.

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