When you say to yourself,"I know I lied to make the deal,but it'll bring in a lot of business and pay a lot of bills," which of the four common rationalizations for misconduct are you using?
A)"The company will condone my actions and protect me."
B)"No one will find out what I've done."
C)"My action is in everyone's best interest."
D)"My behavior isn't really illegal or immoral."

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This statement is an example of rationalizing misconduct by believing that the action, despite being unethical, serves a greater good or is in everyone's best interest.

When You Say to Yourself,"I Know I Lied to Make