Which of the following are reasons why union membership is in decline in the United States? Choose all that apply.   a Public opinion of unions has declined as many factories have moved overseas for cheaper labor costs. b Many employers are opposed to their employees joining a union. c Union members generally earn less and have poorer working conditions than those who are not in unions. d Employment patterns have changed in the United States since the time when unions reached their peak.

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Which of the following are reasons why union membership is in decline in the United States? Choose all that apply.
 
a
Public opinion of unions has declined as many factories have moved overseas for cheaper labor costs.
b
Many employers are opposed to their employees joining a union.
c
Union members generally earn less and have poorer working conditions than those who are not in unions.
d
Employment patterns have changed in the United States since the time when unions reached their peak.
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A union is a collection of workers who unite together to make choices regarding their working circumstances. Workers can influence pay, working hours, benefits, workplace health and safety, and other work-related concerns by joining a union. Workers of all ages have the right to join a union in the United States.

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