During the 1950s, the American Federation of Labor in the United States
A. merged with the Congress of Industrial Organizations.
B. was intimidated by powerful and wealthy corporations.
C. made significant concessions in benefits in order to gain higher wages.
D. saw its president, David Beck, charged with the misappropriation of union funds.
E. represented nearly half of all working Americans.
Answer: A
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