Examine the following scenarioto determine which of thestatements belowis true concerning trade secrets.

Orlando works for a manufacturing company in its research and development division. After years of research and testing, Orlando finally discovers the secret to a competitor's efficient manufacturing process.

• A) The competitor has not sufficiently protected its trade secret.

• B) The employee is allowed to use the trade secret.

• C) The answer is dependent on additional details not provided.

• D) The employee may be subject to money damages for using a trade secret.

• E) No trade secret exists in this scenario.