Which statement corresponds to Criterion 4 of the whistleblowing framework?

• A. The employee has accessible, documented evidence that would convince a reasonable, impartial observer that one's view is correct
• B. The employee must have anonymous tips
• C. The employee must have media contacts
• D. The employee must leak once

Answer: (A)

Criterion four focuses on making the claim verifiable through solid, accessible evidence. The idea is that a whistleblower should back up their view with documented information that a reasonable, impartial observer could review and be persuaded by. This emphasis on evidence over opinion helps ensure the report is credible, objective, and testable, which protects people from unfounded accusations and supports due diligence. Providing tangible records, data, or documented observations shows the concern is thoughtful and substantiated, not based on rumors or impulse.

The other options describe tactics or actions (anonymous tips, media contacts, leaking once) rather than what makes a claim credible in a principled way.