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Jim, an inexperienced salesperson, informs one of his potential customers that the laptop he is selling has a much faster processing speed than the competitor's. This is not true. The customer, however, remains unconvinced and does not make a purchase. Jim's behavior is considered unethical because he:

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It is considered unethical because he is lying about the characteristics of the product he is selling, and therefore is damaging the credibility not only of him as a seller but the credibility of the company.

Step-by-step explanation:

A seller who is not ethical and who cheats his potential customers is a threat to the company.

It is important that companies give their employees the necessary training to avoid this type of behavior especially in non-experienced employees

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