Reasons that managers may wish to reduce environmental costs include:
A) appeal to shareholders concerned with the green reputation of companies in which they invest
B) reduce possible penalties for damage to environmental resources
C) reduce the costs of environmental lobbyists
D) a and b

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A and B are correct because appealing to environmentally conscious shareholders and reducing potential penalties for environmental damage are both valid reasons for managers to want to reduce environmental costs. Reducing the costs of environmental lobbyists (C) is not typically a direct reason for managers to reduce environmental costs.

Reasons That Managers May Wish to Reduce Environmental Costs Include