Author Question: Which of the following demonstrates a way in which a professional association has fought to hold ... (Read 31 times)

abern · **on:** Jul 9, 2018

Which of the following demonstrates a way in which a professional association has fought to hold down competition?

a. The American Medical Association has sought laws denying midwives federal reimbursement.
b. The Edison Electric Company issues detailed studies of energy and environmental issues.
c. The Motion Pictures Association of America has established a rating system to limit childrens access to movies with adult content.
d. The National Organization for Women has fought for equal pay for women in the workforce.
e. The United States Agricultural Society pressed Congress to establish the Department of Agriculture.

Question 2

How do professional associations differ from trade associations?

a. Professional associations are based on voluntary membership, whereas trade associations require certain workers to join their organizations.
b. Professional associations are created by acts of Congress; trade associations are created by state legislation.
c. Only professional associations are headquartered in Washington, D.C.
d. Professional associations are more costly than trade associations.
e. Professional associations often have the authority to impose formal discipline on their members.