Answer:
fixed point of reference.
Explanation:
Filling in the gap in the question, we have;
"A(n) FIXED POINT OF REFERENCE would tell Quinton that he should return unauthorized competitive information to its owner without examining it, even though the information would more than likely result in a large commission for Quinton''
To human beings, A fixed point of reference is some kind of 'stimuli' that gives one a response to any situation. A fixed reference point seek to find or establish a solution, it is also use for discussing, evaluating, and judging other parameters.
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