When Rationalizers Proceed with a Questionable Action Because of a Mistaken

Multiple Choice

When rationalizers proceed with a questionable action because of a mistaken belief that "the organization will stand behind me," they believe that:

A) a questionable behavior is acceptable, especially in ambiguous situations.
B) because someone can be found to benefit from the behavior, it is also in the individual's or the organization's best interests.
C) a questionable behavior is really "safe" and will never be found out or made public.
D) the organization's (on behalf of whom the individual acts questionably) best interests stand above all others.
E) as long as people have acted in good faith their behavior is ethical.