After a lengthy negotiation involving a series of contract changes agreed to by management and the union, General Soft Drinks refused to make any further changes to the contract even though the union was ready to strike. The parties are:
A) committing an unfair labor practice in violation of the NLRA
B) negotiating in bad faith
C) at a bargaining impasse
D) ready for final and binding arbitration

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The parties are at a bargaining impasse because they cannot reach an agreement on some elements of the contract. The union is willing to strike, but the company refuses to make further changes. At this point, mediation or arbitration may be necessary to resolve the dispute. However, it should be noted that bargaining in good faith is required by law, and committing an unfair labor practice could result in legal action.

After a Lengthy Negotiation Involving a Series of Contract Changes