Why were labor unions necessary? A) Men and women needed labor unions so that they would receive equal pay B) Factory workers needed to fight for better working conditions C) Politicians wanted workers to have better standard of living D) Factory workers needed labor unions for better health insurance coverage

History · High School · Wed Jan 13 2021

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The primary reason labor unions became necessary was:

B) Factory workers needed to fight for better working conditions.

During the Industrial Revolution, factory workers often faced harsh conditions, long hours, low wages, child labor and unsafe workplaces. Labor unions emerged to advocate for workers' rights, including improved working conditions, fair wages, reasonable work hours and workplace safety standards. Unions negotiated with employers on behalf of workers, pushing for reforms and better treatment ultimately leading to significant improvements in labor practices and workers' rights.







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