Robert, a CEO, is trying to decide whether to cut a budget item that is allocated to help construct shelters for the homeless. After getting advice from workers and considering his own ethical views, Robert decides to not cut these funds, even though the decision meant that the company would likely make less profit as a result. What is the most likely reason Robert made this decision?
A) Robert's concern for the company's profitability did not figure into the decision.
B) When he asked several workers what they would do if they were in his shoes, he received mixed responses.
C) His values and morals were not helpful to him as he made the decision.
D) If someone asks Robert to make a similar budget cut in the future, he won't have to think about it much.
E) Robert does not care about his company's success.

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The fact that Robert received mixed responses from workers suggests that he was considering their input and weighing multiple perspectives before making the decision. This is indicative of an ethical decision-making process, rather than simply disregarding the company's profitability or blindly following personal values.

Robert, a CEO, Is Trying to Decide Whether to Cut