1. What best describes labor relations as a field of study?
2. Which element is always present in labor relations, even if its activity varies in intensity?
3. In Marxist conflict theory, what is the main source of social change?
Labor relations — definition?
Institutions and rules organizing work and economy.
Conflict theories — main types?
Marxist (conflict-driven change), functionalist (balance and consensus).
Marxist conflict focus?
Class struggle and social change.
Functionalist view?
Society as a stable, consensus-based system.
Strike — key element?
Temporary work stoppage by workers.
Trade unions — role?
Counterbalance business power via collective action.
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