Reputational business impact refers to the effect on a company's reputation and public perception following an incident or action. Option A is an example of reputational impact because the public dispute among high- level executives after a breach was reported reflects poorly on the company's governance and crisis management capabilities. This public display of discord can erode stakeholder trust and confidence, potentially leading to a decline in the company's market value, customer base, and ability to attract and retain talent.
References = The answer is derived from the understanding of reputational risk and its consequences on businesses, as discussed in various cloud auditing and security resources. Reputational impact is a key consideration in the governance of cloud operations, which is a topic covered in the CCAK curriculum1234.