Business question?

My business professor assigned us a discussion topic to answer. He provided us with a little story and a question, I was hoping I can get some opinions to better get my answer.

Susan, who is visibly pregnant, has applied for a job with Bradley Corporation. Nicole, the hiring manager, has invited Susan to interview based on the strength of her resume and is not aware of her pregnancy.

When Susan arrives at her interview with Bradley Corporation, Nicole is taken by surprise. Although Nicole thinks Susan would make a very fine employee, she wonders if Susan will stay in the position if hired.

Nicole is worried about having to train Susan and get her situated in the new position only to have her quit after her maternity leave. Nicole is savvy enough not to say, “I’m not going to hire you because you’re pregnant” out loud, but she has decided that she will not hire Susan.

What would you have done if you were Nicole? Be prepared to defend your answer.