A firm had been sued and found guilty of religious discrimination against people who practiced Judaism, and managers were instructed to be very careful to avoid another similar suit. To that end, Jewish employees, but not others, were given raises. Of the following, what is the most correct assessment of this policy?

a. the policy is sound, both legally and ethically

b. the policy is sound legally, but not ethically

c. the policy is neither legally not ethically sound

d. none of the above