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

Bargaining Impasse

A situation in labor negotiations where the employer and the union are unable to reach an agreement, often leading to a deadlock.

Unfair Labor Practice

Actions by employers or labor unions that violate the rights of employees regarding their collective bargaining or organizational activities, as defined by labor laws.

NLRA

The National Labor Relations Act is a crucial piece of US labor legislation that safeguards employees' rights to form unions and collectively negotiate with their employers.