Many companies adopted a policy of _______ only after the surprising public response to issues companies did not previously consider to be part of their business responsibilities.

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The term "corporate social responsibility" refers to a company's responsibility to consider the social and environmental impacts of their actions, beyond just their economic impact. Many companies adopted this policy only after facing public pressure and realizing that consumers were now holding them accountable for their broader impact on society. Choices A and D are related concepts, but do not specifically capture the idea of companies taking on responsibility for broader social issues. Choice B, "instrumental citizenship," is not a commonly used term and does not accurately represent the concept being described.

Many Companies Adopted a Policy of _______ Only After the Surprising