In order to satisfy the EPA's policy statement mandate to look for conduct, the EPA looks for a history of repeated violations, concealment of misconduct, falsification of required records, tampering with monitoring or controlling equipment, and failing to obtain required licenses or permits.

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The EPA's policy statement is focused on finding conduct that demonstrates a culpable mindset, meaning that the violator knew or should have known that their actions were in violation of environmental regulations. The other options (B, C, and D) all suggest varying degrees of carelessness or willful disregard for environmental laws, which may not necessarily meet the standard for culpability.

In Order to Satisfy the EPA's Policy Statement Mandate to Look