Charles Reported That the Industrial Waste Treatment System Operated by His

Charles reported that the industrial waste treatment system operated by his employer was no longer operating properly, allowing toxic waste to be discharged to the bay. He was pleased to see the plant manager, Lili, immediately shut down production for an indefinite period, pending repair of the waste treatment system. Lili demonstrated

A) excessive emphasis on short-term revenues.
B) responsiveness to shareholders at the expense of other constituencies.
C) a desire for simple and expedient solutions to ethical problems.
D) consideration of ethics solely as a legal issue or a public relations tool.
E) willingness to take an ethical stand that may impose financial costs.