All of the following are arguments against increased social responsibility except
A) social issues are the responsibility of government officials elected for that purpose.
B) companies should maximize profits, not solve society's problems, with their time, money, and talent.
C) because social problems affect society in general, businesses should not be expected to solve these problems.
D) social responsibility by firms can prevent increased government intervention.
E) business managers are primarily responsible to stockholders and providing them a good return.

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The argument that social responsibility by firms can prevent increased government intervention is not against increased social responsibility. Instead, it suggests a benefit of businesses engaging in socially responsible actions, implying that such actions can lead to less need for government regulation or intervention in business practices.

All of the Following Are Arguments Against Increased Social Responsibility