The weak negative correlation between task performance and counterproductive behavior can best be explained by the fact that Multiple Choice top performers are too busy at their jobs to engage in counterproductive behavior. poor performers are less creative at coming up with ways to undermine the organization. less talented workers are not as successful at avoiding blame for their misdeeds. good workers can behave counterproductively and still get the job done. the best workers are the ones most likely to get away with counterproductive actions