Analyzing Bargaining Power in Wage Negotiations
Imagine a negotiation where a trade union is demanding a 10% wage increase, but the employer is only offering 2%. The negotiations have reached a stalemate. Briefly describe two key factors that will influence the final negotiated wage rate, explaining how each factor affects the bargaining power of either the union or the employer.
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