John Doe Is Employed with the IT Department in Abel

question 73

Multiple Choice

John Doe is employed with the IT department in Abel and Associates, that provides financial consultancy services to several wealthy investors.He is approached by a shady investor who offers attractive incentives for stealing some sensitive information regarding the investment patterns of one of the clients of the company.Which of the following statements best reflects John's thoughts if he is at the principled level of moral development?

• A) My job is to protect the information that this company deals in and I should not be violating my duties.
• B) By stealing from another person, I will be in violation of the moral standards I've come to expect of myself.
• C) If my involvement is detected, my friends and family would be humiliated by my actions.
• D) If I am convicted for this crime, I will surely be imprisoned and will probably never be employed anywhere else.

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Definitions:

Brick-And-Mortar

Refers to physical stores or businesses that have a physical presence where customers can visit, as opposed to online or virtual presence.

Online Retailers

Businesses that sell goods or services over the internet, allowing customers to shop from the convenience of their home or any other location with internet access.

Privacy Rights

Legal or ethical rights that pertain to an individual's personal information, ensuring protection against unauthorized access or disclosure.

Individuals

Persons or entities regarded as separate and distinct from others.