You work for a company that always pushes the envelope with respect to reporting revenues and expenses. You often disagree with the company because its approach to reporting these amounts cannot be justified from a GAAP perspective. You are upset and are considering whether this is a company that has a culture you want to be part of. Which of the following best characterizes the ethical issues of concern?
A) Rights Theory
B) Moral blindness
C) Ethical Dissonance
D) Materiality

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Ethical dissonance occurs when an individual is conflicted between their personal moral beliefs and those of their organization. In this scenario, the individual disagrees with the company's approach to reporting revenues and expenses, which is not in line with GAAP. This creates an ethical dilemma for the individual, as they must choose between following the company's unethical practices or staying true to their personal moral beliefs.

You Work for a Company That Always Pushes the Envelope