Cindy always asked Dave to stay late so that they could work on a project. Cindy would make inappropriate comments to Dave during this time when no one else was around. Dave asked to schedule time during the typical workday in the future. When Cindy continued to treat Dave this way, he went to Cindy's supervisor. Cindy's supervisor told Dave that he was taking the comments the wrong way and that Cindy was like that with everyone because she lost her husband. What is likely to occur in this situation moving forward?
A) Cindy's behavior will not change because there is no repercussion for her actions.
B) Cindy's boss should show mercy toward Dave.
C) Dave should forgive Cindy because she does this with everyone.
D) Dave needs to show mercy toward Cindy.

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When behavior is overlooked, and in this extreme case, it can become a legal issue. Mercy needs to be well considered in how all involved will be impacted. If Cindy continues to act this way and there is no action taken to address the behavior, the company could become liable for not stopping the behavior.

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