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Chapter 12, Problem 7P
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Identify the strategies of the union to achieve their wage objectives
Concept Introduction:
Objectives: The aim or goal that a group of individuals works towards to be achieved in the future.
Strategy: The medium to long term plan or action used to achieve the overall aim of the union.
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