When an impasse in collective bargaining develops, a neutral third party may be brought in to make a decision. Which of the following processes have the negotiators turned to?
A)arbitration
B)conciliation
C)fact-finding
D)mediation

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When a neutral third party is brought in to make a decision to resolve an impasse in collective bargaining, it is typically referred to as arbitration. This is different from mediation, where the neutral third party facilitates discussions and tries to reach a voluntary agreement between the parties. Conciliation is similar to mediation in that the neutral third party helps facilitate discussions but is more focused on improving communication between the parties. Fact-finding is a process where a neutral third party investigates and reports on the disputed issues, but does not make a decision on how to resolve them.

When an Impasse in Collective Bargaining Develops, a Neutral Third