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

Select one:

a$.$ a questionable behaviour is acceptable, especially in ambiguous situations.

b$.$ because someone can be found to benefit from the behaviour, it is also in the individual's or the organization's best interests.

c$.$ a questionable behaviour 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 behaviour is ethical.