Assuming that the subject does not confess to the misconduct when faced with direct accusations, the interviewer should proceed to establish a morally acceptable rationalization that will allow the accused to square the misdeed with his or her conscience. This process is referred to as establishing rationalization.

Which of these is not generally used as a basis for establishing rationalization?

a.

Unfair treatment

b.

Financial problems

c.

Personalizing the victim

d.

Minor moral infraction