Which of the following is a social benefit that might result from industrial conflict? (A) Improved productivity through changes in work practices (B) Increased levels of union membership (C) Improved working conditions and job opportunities (D) Greater number of workers on enterprise agreements - HSC - SSCE Business Studies - Question 11 - 2001 - Paper 1

1. Improved productivity through changes in work practices: While industrial conflict may lead to productivity improvements, it is more indirect and not strictly a social benefit.

2. Increased levels of union membership: This can result from industrial conflict, but it is primarily an organizational outcome, not a direct social benefit.

3. Improved working conditions and job opportunities: This is a direct social benefit as it leads to enhanced quality of life and employment prospects.

4. Greater number of workers on enterprise agreements: This again relates to organizational structures and agreements rather than social enhancement.

The best answer is (C) Improved working conditions and job opportunities, as it directly pertains to social benefits arising from industrial conflict.