The nurses at St. Mary's hospital are represented by the American Nurses Union. Recently, a second union challenged the representation authority of the American Nurses Union, claiming that they now have more support. The challenging union may also be called a _______________________________ union.

Representation Authority

Representation authority refers to the legal power or designation given to an individual or body, such as a union, to act on behalf of others, particularly in negotiation or other formal processes.

American Nurses Union

A collective organization that represents the interests, rights, and welfare of nurses across the United States.