Question

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why did factory owners and management often use force against striking workers?
○ they wanted to protect their families in case of worker uprisings.
○ they wanted to show that they were tough enough to run dangerous factories.
○ they hoped the use of force would keep the government from getting involved.
○ they hoped the use of force would keep workers from joining unions in the future.
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Explanation:

Factory owners and management used force against striking workers primarily to deter future unionization. Unions empowered workers to negotiate for better conditions, which threatened owners' control and profits. Using force against strikers was intended to intimidate workers, discouraging them from organizing or joining unions later. The other options are less relevant: protecting families was not a main motive, showing toughness was not the goal, and force often drew government involvement rather than preventing it.

Answer:

They hoped the use of force would keep workers from joining unions in the future.