When information gatherers employ techniques that cross a legal or ethical threshold, they are conducting __________.
A) industrial espionage
B) competitive intelligence
C) opposition research
D) hostile investigation

Question

When information gatherers employ techniques that cross a legal or ethical threshold, they are conducting __________.
A) industrial espionage 
B) competitive intelligence 
C) opposition research 
D) hostile investigation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Industrial espionage refers to the practice of gathering confidential or proprietary information from a competitor without their consent, often through illegal or unethical tactics.

When Information Gatherers Employ Techniques That Cross a Legal or Ethical