DeGeorge's Framework of Whistleblowing describes when an employee is obligated to reveal information to the public for the greater good. Which option best captures this description?

• A. A framework for data encryption
• B. A framework describing when an employee is obligated to reveal classified information to the public for the greater good
• C. A framework for credit scoring
• D. A framework for corporate mergers

Answer: (B)

Whistleblowing ethics involve determining when an employee has a moral or professional duty to disclose information to the public because it serves the greater good. DeGeorge's framework provides criteria for evaluating when disclosure is warranted, weighing factors like the seriousness of the wrongdoing, the potential harm of staying silent, and the duty to protect the public interest over confidentiality or loyalty to an employer. The option that fits best describes a framework for when an employee should reveal information to the public for the greater good. The other topics—data encryption, credit scoring, and corporate mergers—are unrelated to this ethical obligation and do not address when whistleblowing is appropriate.