Questions 139~142 refer to the following information.
Almost one-third of American workers will not speak out against their employer'sunethical or illegal behavior due to fears of retaliation or job loss, __139__ a recentsurvey. It also found that 64% of those who did report negative behavior facednegative __140__ , such as demotion or termination. The survey suggests thatlower-earning workers, people of color, and women are more likely to be fearful. 
__141__ confidence, uncertainty about the appropriate reporting channels, anddistrust of management are among the reasons for the reluctance to speak out. Tocombat this, experts __142__ creating a company culture of transparency, opencommunication, and trust to encourage employees to report any unethical or illegalactivity without fear of retaliation. Furthermore, companies should provide clearchannels for employees to report their concerns, which are free from retaliation orbias.
【題組】139.
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