Which statement about the relationship between ethics and compliance-based decision making is most accurate?

Which statement about the relationship between ethics and compliance-based decision making is most accurate?

• A. Ethics and compliance are the same.
• B. Ethics focuses on moral principles and values; compliance focuses on meeting laws and policies; ethics may surpass minimums.
• C. Ethics considers illegal actions acceptable.
• D. Ethics may override laws without consequence.

Answer: (D)