Which of the following statements best describes the ethical position of Enron executives?

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The Enron executives justified their unethical actions by believing that as long as their actions were legal, they were ethical. They were also under pressure to keep the stock price up, which led them to do whatever it takes to manipulate the stock price. They often believed that everybody in the industry was doing it, so it was acceptable for them to do it too. Therefore, both statements A and B describe their ethical position.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Ethical Position