The unionized employees and the management of Gable Electronics have had a history of hostile relations. The union contract has a no-strike clause that applies throughout the life of the labour contract. One day, 27 employees throw down their tools in disgust and walk out. They are incensed at a supervisor's comment that they will all be working weekends for the next three months. Which type of action are they engaging in?
A)an unfair labour practice strike
B)a work slowdown
C)a wildcat strike
D)a legal protest

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The employees are engaging in a wildcat strike, which is an unauthorized strike that violates the no-strike clause in the union contract. It is called "wildcat" because it is not sanctioned by the union leadership.

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