WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a reason why workers gained better pay, a shorter work day, as well as safer working conditions?
A
Workers revolted against factory owners and took over the means of production.
B
Workers unions formed and threaten to strike if employers did not meet their demands
C
Employers believed that paying workers more money would help their profit
D
Employers granted better pay out of their own care for their workers
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -wages; 2.) worker protections; and 3.) rights to organize.

Detailed explanation-2: -The labor movement in the United States grew out of the need to protect the common interest of workers. For those in the industrial sector, organized labor unions fought for better wages, reasonable hours and safer working conditions.

Detailed explanation-3: -Collective bargaining is the process in which workers join together to demand higher wages, greater benefits, or improved working conditions. By negotiating together as a unit, they can negotiate with much more leverage than they would have alone.

Detailed explanation-4: -negotiate better pay. negotiate better working conditions, like more holidays or improved health and safety. provide training for new skills. give general advice and support.

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