If managers are rational, they will only cheat - engage in unethical behavior - when:
A) laws allow unethical behavior.
B) the expected gains are greater than the expected costs.
C) the expected costs are greater than the expected gains.
D) the expected gains are equal to the expected costs.

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Rational managers weigh the potential gains against the potential costs when considering engaging in unethical behavior. If the potential gains outweigh the potential costs, then they may choose to cheat. Therefore, option B is the most suitable choice.

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