According to Chapter 2, Ethicists Such as Manuel Velasquez (2011)

question 24

Multiple Choice

According to Chapter 2, ethicists such as Manuel Velasquez (2011) argue that whistle-blowing is justified if three conditions are satisfied. One condition is that there is strong evidence that the organization is doing something that is hurting or will hurt other parties. What is one other condition?

• A) The employee has made a serious attempt to resolve the problem through internal channels.
• B) The employee can be reasonably certain he or she will not be penalized for whistle-blowing.
• C) The employee has suffered personal harm as a result of the wrongdoing, such as the loss of a promotion, a substantial decrease in salary, or physical injury.
• D) The wrongdoing involves members of a minority group or affects individuals granted specific rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Definitions:

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