What Is the Best Explanation for a Gram-Positive Bacterium Appearing

Multiple Choice

What is the best explanation for a Gram-positive bacterium appearing pink after performing a Gram stain?

A) The crystal violet was left on for too long.
B) The iodine was left on for too long.
C) The decolorizer was left on for too long.
D) The safranin was left on for too long.
E) The stain was properly performed.