To minimize the effects and expansion of climate change, many nations, particularly those in Europe, are pushing hard for a global reduction in the use of:
a. genetically modified organisms.
b. pesticides.
c. solar energy. d. fossil fuels.
Universally around the globe, women employees earn less than their male counterparts. Although the difference in pay rates varies dramatically from one country to the next, women typically earn _____ less than men according to the International Trade Union Confederation.
a. close to 5%
b. close to 10%
c. close to 20%
d. close to 30%
In the U.S., an employer may engage in employee discrimination if it is "reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the particular business or enterprise," a defense known as the:
a. bona fide occupational qualification defense.
b. occupational qualification defense.
c. occupational exception defense. d. bona fide exception defense.
Traditionally, Chinese unions have differed from Western-style unions because:
a. union officials are often members of management as well.
b. their purpose is to avoid labor unrest, not to advocate for the interests of the workers. c. members to not have the right to strike.
d. all of the above.
In recent years, Japan has brought its stance on mergers more into line with international practices by revising its Antimonopoly Act to require:
a. horizontal mergers.
b. confidential prior consultation.
c. prior notification.
d. all of the above.