Long-distance providers are becoming increasingly concerned about certain activities within their industry. Various companies come together voluntarily to implement new standards of social responsibility that members must abide by. What seems to be the primary motivation in this case for an increased interest in social responsibility?
A) Because corporations are creations of society, they are responsible for giving back to the communities in which they operate.
B) These companies have realized it is in their best interest to increase their social responsibility before they are once again subject to stricter regulations.
C) These companies are using social responsibility as a means to increase their profitability, both short term and long term.
D) Long-distance providers have started taking pride in their industry and its record for social responsibility.
E) They feel a responsibility to their stockholders, employees, the government, investors, and society as a whole.

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The passage suggests that long-distance providers are becoming increasingly concerned about activities within their industry and are implementing new standards of social responsibility voluntarily. The motivation for this seems to be the fear of being subjected to stricter regulations if they do not take action themselves. This is reflected in choice B. Choice A, C, D, and E do not accurately capture the primary motivation mentioned in the passage.

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