Question

    Unethical behaviour at workplace is not acceptable. Blaming unethical behaviour on others is an example of _________

    A Higher-Purpose Excuse Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Displacement of Responsibility Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Euphemistic Labeling Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Diffusement of Responsibility Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Ethical dilemma Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Displacement of Responsibility is justifying ones unethical behavior by shifting responsibility to those people in leadership positions who ordered or condoned the behavior.  

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