The author places the word "protecting" in quotation marks most likely in order to suggest that A. she is quoting the actual wording of the laws in question B. the protective nature of the laws in question should not be overlooked C. protecting the health of workers is important to those who support protective labor laws D. the laws in question were really used to the detriment of women workers, despite being overtly protective in intent E. the health of workers is not in need of protection, even in jobs where many hours of overtime work are required