Byron does not care for Tanisha's new hairstyle, but he tells her he likes it. This type of white lie is considered
A) unethical in every situation.
B) unethical in every culture.
C) a lesser ethical violation in the United States than hurting someone's feelings.
D) harmful to relationships.

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In American culture, it is often considered socially acceptable to tell white lies in order to spare someone's feelings or avoid conflict. While lying is generally considered an unethical behavior, the idea of "polite fictions" or "white lies" is often debated in ethical discussions. In this case, Byron may have believed that telling Tanisha he liked her new hairstyle was a lesser ethical violation than hurting her feelings. However, if the lie were to be discovered, it could potentially harm their relationship.

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