Mike Was a Foreman at Hi-Way Construction and Discovered His

question 46

Multiple Choice

Mike was a foreman at Hi-Way Construction and discovered his company was deliberately using faulty materials for a project. Although Mike was worried about his family's financial security if he lost his job, he went to authorities and informed them of the potentially dangerous construction. Mike's action is called ___.

• A) ethical compliance
• B) good intentions
• C) whistle-blowing
• D) ethical allegations

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Definitions:

Plaque

A deposit of fatty substances on the inner lining of arterial walls, which can lead to cardiovascular diseases, or a film of bacteria that forms on teeth, leading to dental issues.

Tumor

An abnormal growth of tissue that can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).

Basal Metabolic

Refers to the rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing and keeping warm; also known as basal metabolic rate (BMR).

Ultraviolet Rays

A form of electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays, capable of producing sunburn and contributing to skin cancer.