Which of the following statements best sums up the rationale for the arbitrator's award in the IKO case discussed in the text?
A)The company's sexual harassment policy was worded too broadly.
B)Lacelle did not intend to sexually harass Ms M.
C)Sexual harassment should never be a cause for dismissal.
D)Progressive discipline procedures must always take priority over sexual harassment complaints.
E)The severity of Lacelle's conduct,coupled with his seniority leads to a lengthy suspension as the more appropriate punishment.

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The arbitrator determined that Lacelle's actions constituted sexual harassment and that it was appropriate for him to face discipline. However, the arbitrator also found that termination was too severe a punishment given Lacelle's length of service and previously unblemished record. Therefore, the arbitrator awarded a lengthy suspension as a more appropriate punishment.

Which of the Following Statements Best Sums Up the Rationale