Which one of the following is not a part of the business case for why companies should act in a socially responsible manner?

A) Acting in a socially responsible manner reduces the risk of reputation-damaging incidents.
B) Acting in a socially responsible manner is in the overall best interest of shareholders.
C) Every business has a moral duty to promote the general welfare of society.
D) To the extent that a company’s socially responsible behavior wins applause from consumers and fortifies its reputation, a company may win additional patronage.
E) Acting in a socially responsible manner can generate internal benefits