For People Who Begin the Value Shift That Leads to Unethical

question 46

Multiple Choice

For people who begin the value shift that leads to unethical decisions, which of the following is not a usual justification to reduce and eliminate guilt?

• A)I need a paycheck and can't afford to quit right now.
• B)Those around me are doing it so why shouldn't I?
• C)If I don't do this, I might not be able to get a good reference from my boss when I leave.
• D)If I don't do this, I might never be promoted.
• E)This is in keeping with my personal morals and the code of conduct, so it is okay.

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