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1. Check Understanding How do right-to-work laws diminish union power? 2. Recall How do blue-collar workers and white-collar workers differ in the types of work they perform? Give examples of each. 3. Distinguish In working toward a strike settlement, the two sides seek mediation and sometimes arbitration. How do the two techniques differ? 4. Compare What is the difference between the need for labor unions now and in the 1800s? 5. Identify Central Issues Some manufacturing companies have been moving their factories to countries where nonunion labor is cheap. They say they do this to reduce costs and compete with foreign companies. United States unions have opposed the cuts in U.S. jobs, insisting that companies must care for their workers. Which side would you support if you were an investor in a company moving a factory to a different country? Explain your reasoning for each response