A local council member receives an unverified tip about 10 businesses systematically underpaying taxes.

A local council member receives an unverified tip about 10 businesses systematically underpaying taxes. Publicizing the tip would deter potential fraud but ruin the businesses' reputations.

• 27% chose: Release the unverified tip to the public. (17 people)
• 73% chose: Keep the tip private while seeking verification. (45 people)

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