A US Senator Has Just Told You That for a Generous

question 129

Multiple Choice

A U.S. senator has just told you that for a generous contribution to her reelection fund, she would ignore your company's apparent violation of several antipollution laws. Which of the following "ethics check questions" would you consider first?

• A) Is it legal?
• B) Is it fair and balanced?
• C) How will it make me feel about myself?
• D) Is it a generous amount?

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