Question 1

If the National Labor Relations Board determines that an employer has committed an unfair labor practice,which of the following remedies may it not impose on the employer?

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Board does not have the authority to impose jail time on an employer for unfair labor practices. The other options, including providing back pay, issuing a cease and desist order, and posting notices in the workplace, are all within the authority of the NLRB.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of union conduct that impairs the goals of the National Labor Relations Act:

Accepted Answer

All of the other specific choices are examples of union conduct that impairs the goals of the National Labor Relations Act as they all involve actions that interfere with employees' rights to engage in concerted activity, criticize union leaders, or engage in legitimate strikes related to employment terms and conditions.

Question 3

Posting a notice of unfair practices in the workplace,issuing a cease and desist order,providing back pay for lost wages,reinstating dismissed workers,and issuing an order to bargain with the union are all examples of:

Accepted Answer

These are all examples of remedies the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) may impose on an employer that has committed an unfair labor practice under the National Labor Relations Act. The NLRB has the authority to investigate and address unfair labor practices, and these remedies are aimed at correcting the harm caused by such practices and restoring fair labor practices.

Question 4

An unfair labor practice case is decided by the National Labor Relations Board.If one of the parties to the case is unhappy with the decision or refuses to comply with the order,the appeal will go to:

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Court of Appeals is the next step in the appeals process for unfair labor practice cases. This court has jurisdiction over decisions made by the National Labor Relations Board, and its decisions can be appealed further to the U.S. Supreme Court. The other options listed either do not have jurisdiction over this type of case or are not part of the appeals process.

Question 5

If an unfair labor practice case makes it to the U.S.Court of Appeals and one party still refuses to accept the decision:

Accepted Answer

If one party still refuses to accept the decision made by the U.S. Court of Appeals, the case may be taken for final review by the U.S. Supreme Court. This is the final step in the appellate process and the decision made by the Supreme Court is binding.

Question 6

Most complaints filed with the National Labor Relations Board each year involve:

Accepted Answer

Unfair labor practices, which can include actions such as interfering with employees' right to join or form a union, are the most common type of complaint filed with the National Labor Relations Board.

Question 7

When an employer,union or employee files a labor practice complaint with the National Labor Relations Board it goes to:

Accepted Answer

When an employer, union or employee files a labor practice complaint with the National Labor Relations Board, it goes to an administrative law judge for resolution if the NLRB staff finds merit in the complaint. The administrative law judge will hold a hearing and issue a decision. The decision can be appealed to the full Board in Washington, D.C.

Question 8

Most complaints filed with the National Labor Relations Board each year involve:

Accepted Answer

The statement is not correct as none of the other options are correct. In fact, most complaints filed with the National Labor Relations Board each year involve unfair labor practices by employers or unions, such as discrimination, retaliation, failure to bargain in good faith, and interference with employees' rights to organize and engage in concerted activity.

Question 9

For a work force to unionize which of the following will normally happen?

Accepted Answer

All of these options are potential steps in a workforce unionizing. A committee of interested employees may be formed to discuss the benefits and drawbacks of unionization, while union agents may reach out to workers to gauge their interest and offer information about the unionizing process. Employees may also initiate contact with a union if they are interested in forming a union, and authorization cards may be circulated to gather support for an election to determine if the workforce will unionize.

Question 10

An unfair labor case is filed with the National Labor Relations Board and goes before an administrative law judge for resolution.If one of the parties is unhappy with the decision of the judge,they may:

Accepted Answer

Filing an exception is the correct procedure for a party that is unhappy with the decision of an administrative law judge in an unfair labor case before the National Labor Relations Board. This allows the Board to review the judge's decision.

Question 11

The powers of the National Labor Relations Board include:

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has a broad range of powers, including monitoring unfair labor practices, determining if employees wish to be represented by a union, and representing the NLRB in court. These functions are essential to its role in enforcing US labor law and ensuring fair labor practices.

Question 12

The National Labor Relations Board is composed of members chosen by:

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Board is composed of five members appointed by the President of the United States with the confirmation of the Senate. The board is considered to be quite political as the President's party often seeks to appoint members who align with their political views on labor relations.

Question 13

An unfair labor case is filed with the National Labor Relations Board and goes before an administrative law judge for resolution.If one of the parties is unhappy with the decision of the judge,they may appeal to:

Accepted Answer

The answer of An unfair labor case is filed with...

Question 14

An unfair labor case is filed with the National Labor Relations Board and goes before an administrative law judge for resolution.If one of the parties is unhappy with the decision of the judge,they may appeal to:

Accepted Answer

The answer of An unfair labor case is filed with...

Question 15

If the National Labor Relations Board determines that an employer has committed an unfair labor practice,which of the following remedies may it impose on the employer?

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) may impose any or all of the listed remedies if an employer is found to have committed an unfair labor practice. Back pay may be ordered to compensate employees for wages lost as a result of the employer's illegal actions. An order may be issued requiring the employer to bargain with the union. A cease and desist order may be issued to prevent the employer from engaging in further unfair labor practices. Additionally, the NLRB may require the employer to post notices in the workplace informing employees of their rights under the National Labor Relations Act and the employer's violations of those rights. Therefore, any of the listed remedies may be imposed on the employer if they are found to have committed an unfair labor practice.

Question 16

The National Labor Relations Board has jurisdiction over labor cases involving:

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Board has jurisdiction over labor cases involving employees working for businesses where a labor dispute would affect interstate commerce and employers engaged in interstate commerce. It does not have jurisdiction over government employees.

Question 17

The concern(s)of the National Labor Relations Board is (are):

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Board's main concern is monitoring and addressing unfair labor practices, such as discrimination, retaliation against union activities, and illegal firing or discipline of employees involved in union activities. While the Board may be involved in mediating collective bargaining agreements and negotiating labor contracts as part of addressing unfair labor practices, these activities are not their primary focus.

Question 18

Which of the following is an example employer conduct that impairs the goals of the National Labor Relations Act:

Accepted Answer

All of the other specific choices impair the goals of the National Labor Relations Act by violating employees' rights to unionize and engage in collective bargaining. Threatening employees with job loss or benefits loss, threatening to close a plant, questioning employees about union activities, and promising benefits to employees for not supporting a union are all examples of employer conduct that aim to discourage unionization and violate employees' rights.

Question 19

An unfair labor practice case is decided by the National Labor Relations Board.If one of the parties to the case is unhappy with the decision or refuses to comply with the order,the appeal will go to:

Accepted Answer

The answer of An unfair labor practice case is decided...

Question 20

The National Labor Relations Board's composition changes based on:

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Board's composition changes based on whether the current President of the United States is "pro-labor" or "pro-management". The President appoints the members of the NLRB, and their ideology often aligns with that of the President.

Quiz 16: Employment and Labor Regulations

If the National Labor Relations Board determines that an employer has committed an unfair labor practice,which of the following remedies may it not impose on the employer?

Which of the following is an example of union conduct that impairs the goals of the National Labor Relations Act:

Posting a notice of unfair practices in the workplace,issuing a cease and desist order,providing back pay for lost wages,reinstating dismissed workers,and issuing an order to bargain with the union are all examples of:

An unfair labor practice case is decided by the National Labor Relations Board.If one of the parties to the case is unhappy with the decision or refuses to comply with the order,the appeal will go to:

If an unfair labor practice case makes it to the U.S.Court of Appeals and one party still refuses to accept the decision:

Most complaints filed with the National Labor Relations Board each year involve:

When an employer,union or employee files a labor practice complaint with the National Labor Relations Board it goes to:

Most complaints filed with the National Labor Relations Board each year involve:

For a work force to unionize which of the following will normally happen?

An unfair labor case is filed with the National Labor Relations Board and goes before an administrative law judge for resolution.If one of the parties is unhappy with the decision of the judge,they may:

The powers of the National Labor Relations Board include:

The National Labor Relations Board is composed of members chosen by:

An unfair labor case is filed with the National Labor Relations Board and goes before an administrative law judge for resolution.If one of the parties is unhappy with the decision of the judge,they may appeal to:

An unfair labor case is filed with the National Labor Relations Board and goes before an administrative law judge for resolution.If one of the parties is unhappy with the decision of the judge,they may appeal to:

If the National Labor Relations Board determines that an employer has committed an unfair labor practice,which of the following remedies may it impose on the employer?

The National Labor Relations Board has jurisdiction over labor cases involving:

The concern(s) of the National Labor Relations Board is (are) :

Which of the following is an example employer conduct that impairs the goals of the National Labor Relations Act:

An unfair labor practice case is decided by the National Labor Relations Board.If one of the parties to the case is unhappy with the decision or refuses to comply with the order,the appeal will go to:

The National Labor Relations Board's composition changes based on: