$1.$ Describe Washington's ethical responsibilities in this situation.$$

$2.$ Independent of your answer to requirement I, assume that Washington learns that Borman of Web Graphic has decided to postpone$$ the special paper order required for Progressive's printing job. Washington believes Borman must have heard rumors about$$ Progressive's financial problems from some other source because she has not talked to Borman. Should Washington tell the$$ appropriate Progressive officials that Borman has postponed the paper order? Explain your answer.$$

$3.$ Independent of your answers to the first two requirements, assume that Borman has decided to postpone the special paper order$$ because he has learned of Progressive's financial problems from some source other than Washington. In addition, Washington realizes$$ that Yolanda Chavez, Progressive's purchasing manager, knows of her friendship with Borman. Now Washington is concerned that$$ Chavez may suspect she told Borman of Progressive's financial problems when Chavez finds out Borman has postponed the order.$$ Describe the steps that Washington should take to resolve this situation.