Question

everyone clapped, and a number of co - workers asked follow - up questions, which he handled well. he felt pleased with himself and was sure he would get the promotion. the next day, though, daves boss asked him into her office. \dave, we need to talk about the presentation,\ she said. \i met with susan this morning to discuss yesterdays meeting, and she presented the same concepts you did. she said they were her ideas. what do you have to say to that?\ dave swallowed hard and knew he couldnt lie. \shes right,\ he said. his boss continued, \i thought so. im giving her the promotion, and youre getting a warning.\ dave left the meeting thinking he was lucky to still have a job. which of the following best describes the main theme or lesson of the story? stealing someone elses ideas will only hurt you in the end. if youre caught lying, its best to admit what youve done right away. never discuss your ideas with other people. try to be happy where you are instead of trying to aim higher.

Explanation:

Dave presented ideas that were Susan's. When caught, he admitted it and lost the promotion and got a warning. The story emphasizes the negative consequences of stealing ideas.

Answer:

Stealing someone else's ideas will only hurt you in the end.