Trade Unions Check-Point 1

In which circumstance is a trade union most likely to be able to raise the wages of its members?

• it is easy to replace workers with machines
• it is easy to replace unionised labour with non-unionised labour
• the profits of the firm in the industry are low
• the share of labour costs in total costs is low

Which is measure of strike activity indicates workers' sentiment about the strike?

• The number of strikes
• The number of workers involved
• The amount of working time lost
• The amount of revenue lost by the firm

Which of the following is NOT a function of a trade union?

• Improving working conditions
• Increasing shareholders' dividends
• Raising member's wages
• Representing members' interests

A trade union is pressing for a wage rise for its members. Which of the following would increase its chances of being successful?

• An increase in productivity
• An increase in umemployment
• A decrease in profitability
• A decrease in union membership