The Calhoun County School Board is concerned about deteriorating facilities and a shrinking budget. The board began by studying the issue, then

identified parents, children, teachers, staff, and taxpayers as groups who have a vested interest in the problem. The school board then listened to

each group's concerns. In the ethical decision$-$making framework, its next action should be to

Multiple Choice

evaluate the legal ramifications.

assess the impact of its actions beyond the classroom.

identify issues of concern to lawmakers.

engage in brainstorming alternatives.

choose a course of action.