Which of the following is an outcome associated with unethical behavior?

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Which of the following is an outcome associated with unethical behavior?

Unethical behavior breaks trust. When actions violate ethical norms, people question motives and integrity, which leads to mistrust. That loss of trust makes cooperation harder, harms relationships with customers, and damages reputation, creating ongoing skepticism and guarded behavior. The other outcomes assume positive, durable results that come from ethical, trustworthy conduct—things like open collaboration, fair advancement based on merit, and strong customer relationships. Unethical actions undermine these, so they aren’t sustainable or likely outcomes.

Unethical behavior breaks trust. When actions violate ethical norms, people question motives and integrity, which leads to mistrust. That loss of trust makes cooperation harder, harms relationships with customers, and damages reputation, creating ongoing skepticism and guarded behavior.

The other outcomes assume positive, durable results that come from ethical, trustworthy conduct—things like open collaboration, fair advancement based on merit, and strong customer relationships. Unethical actions undermine these, so they aren’t sustainable or likely outcomes.

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