Which of the following sentences uses the word punitive correctly?

A. there are punitive reasons why I am late
B. the lobbyists called for a policy change for punitive prison sentences.
C. The band director takes punitive action against anyone who plays in the wrong key
D. we have a minivan, a punitive and a tricycle
select all that apply

B. the lobbyists called for a policy change for punitive prison sentences.

C. The band director takes punitive action against anyone who plays in the wrong key