The main idea in the Making Ethical Decisions box "Do We Stay or Do We Go?" indicates
A) a need for firms to place a higher level of importance on time-to-market when choosing facilities locations.
B) that the goal of finding the lowest cost location should never be overshadowed by other concerns if the firm is to remain loyal to its stockholders.
C) that many locations do not meet ISO 14001 standards.
D) a need for firms to consider the economic impact of their existence and/or departure from a particular location.

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One firm can have a significant economic impact in a location where it is a single employer of a large percentage of the population and impacts the livelihood of surrounding businesses, as well. While the departure from such a location may present a cost savings for the company, its negative impact on the stakeholders at this location is a strong ethical consideration.

The Main Idea in the Making Ethical Decisions Box "Do