Which of the following statements accurately characterizes approaches to bargaining?
A)In Canada, a collective bargaining agreement is considered a contract in name only.
B)In Canada, unions focus on political power as much as they do on economic issues.
C)In the United States the trend is toward tripartite bargaining.
D)In some countries, national unions bargain with the government or with employer groups.

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Option D correctly characterizes the approach to bargaining in some countries where national unions bargain with the government or with employer groups. Option A is incorrect as collective bargaining agreements are legally binding contracts in Canada. Option B could be debated as a matter of opinion, but it is not an accurate characterization of approaches to bargaining. Option C is not accurate as tripartite bargaining, involving labor, management, and government, is not a widespread trend in the United States.

Which of the Following Statements Accurately Characterizes Approaches to Bargaining