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Which of the following actions is a PRIMARY deterrent against employees organizing to form labor unions?
Suggested Answer: C
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36 comments · newest first
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Benton
10 months ago
All these options seem like ways to avoid unions, not deter them.
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Stephane
11 months ago
Really? I’m surprised these are considered deterrents at all.
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Annice
11 months ago
Isn’t option D a bit extreme for most companies?
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Annamaria
11 months ago
Nah, I’d go with option C. Work councils are key!
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Ettie
11 months ago
I think option B is the best choice.
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Rolande
12 months ago
I keep mixing up codetermination and work councils; I wonder if either of those is really a primary deterrent.
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Frederica
12 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I think work councils might be more about collaboration than deterring unions.
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Avery
12 months ago
I feel like encouraging a participative management style might reduce the desire for unions, but I can't recall if that's the main reason.
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Felicidad
1 year ago
I think I remember that creating an alternative dispute resolution mechanism could help, but I'm not sure if it's the primary deterrent.
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Pamella
1 year ago
I'm confident the answer is B. Developing an alternative dispute resolution mechanism is a common tactic employers use to discourage union formation.
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Brock
1 year ago
Based on our discussions in class, I think the primary deterrent would be an employer encouraging a participative management style. That seems like the most proactive approach.
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Shanice
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'll need to review my notes on labor unions and employer strategies to prevent unionization.
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Ira
1 year ago
This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the key concepts before selecting an answer.
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Aleta
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by the wording here. Is it asking about the mechanism to ensure audit standards are applied properly, or the purpose of that mechanism? I need to re-read this carefully to make sure I'm understanding it correctly.
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Dacia
1 year ago
I remember studying stakeholder management, and I think negotiating a compromise could be a key way to resolve objections.
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1 year ago
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1 year ago
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Bambi
1 year ago
Seriously though, I think A. Developing an alternative dispute resolution mechanism is a good strategy. It shows the employer is willing to address issues before they escalate.
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Lemuel
1 year ago
I think creating work councils could also be effective in addressing employee concerns before they turn to unions.
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Shayne
1 year ago
But what about employer encouraging a participative style management? Wouldn't that also help prevent unions?
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Janna
1 year ago
I agree, having a way to resolve conflicts peacefully can prevent the need for unions.
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Kenny
1 year ago
Haha, what if the answer is E) Mandatory company-sponsored karaoke nights? That'll really keep the employees happy and distracted from unionizing!
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Stefany
1 year ago
C) Creation of work councils
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Willodean
1 year ago
B) Employer encourages a participative style management
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Ronna
1 year ago
A) Developing an alternative dispute resolution mechanism
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Billye
1 year ago
D. Creation of codetermination requirements seems like a good option too. Giving employees a say in decision-making can help address their concerns.
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Erick
1 year ago
Yes, giving employees a say in decision-making can definitely help improve relations.
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Leota
1 year ago
D) Creation of codetermination requirements
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Frank
1 year ago
B) Employer encourages a participative style management
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Nidia
1 year ago
A) Developing an alternative dispute resolution mechanism
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Carolynn
1 year ago
But wouldn't employer encouraging a participative style management also help in preventing union formation?
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Scarlet
1 year ago
I think the correct answer is B. Employer encourages a participative style management. This helps foster a positive work environment and reduces the need for unionization.
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Royal
1 year ago
I think creating work councils could also be a deterrent, as it provides a channel for employee input and involvement in decision-making.
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Brynn
1 year ago
I agree, a participative management style can definitely deter employees from forming unions.
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Valentin
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe creating work councils would be more effective in discouraging employees from forming labor unions.
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Carolynn
2 years ago
I think developing an alternative dispute resolution mechanism is the primary deterrent.