In the late nineteenth century, employers always had the advantage over workers in labor disputes. Which of the following was a tactic (or tactics) used by employers that gave them this advantage?

A. the willingness of governmental authorities to send troops to break strikes
B. the use of court injunctions against strikers
C. the ability to hire and fire workers at will, and the use of "yellow dog" contracts
D. All of these answers are correct.


Answer: D

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