Kelsey received a written warning after she slowed the production line twice last week when she could not keep up with her section.This happened at least four times the previous week to Sar a.However,Sara only got an oral warning.The discipline of Kelsey appears to violate the __________ rule for effective discipline.
A)clearly communicate the standards and code of conduct to all employees
B)be sure that the punishment fits the crime
C)follow the standing plans yourself
D)take consistent,impartial action when the rules are broken

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The best choice is D because the situation described indicates that Kelsey received harsher discipline for the same behavior that Sara exhibited, which suggests that there may be inconsistency or partiality in the application of rules. Therefore, the company violated the rule of taking consistent, impartial action when the rules are broken.

Kelsey Received a Written Warning After She Slowed the Production