CAB Professional Ethics & Standards 4

Question 1

A baker is asked to provide a testimonial for a supplier in exchange for free product. Ethically, the baker should:

Accepted Answer

Disclose the compensation if providing the testimonial

Answer

Disclosing any compensation when providing endorsements is required by ethical and often legal standards.

Question 2

What is the ethical obligation of a baker who discovers a food safety hazard in a product already sold?

Accepted Answer

Proactively notify customers and issue a recall if necessary

Answer

Proactive customer notification and recall is the ethical and legal obligation when a food safety hazard is identified in sold products.

Question 3

Which behavior best exemplifies mentorship ethics in a professional bakery setting?

Accepted Answer

Sharing knowledge generously while giving credit to sources

Answer

Ethical mentorship involves generous knowledge-sharing and proper attribution, fostering professional growth in the field.

Question 4

A baker who holds CAB certification can ethically use the credential in marketing if:

Accepted Answer

Their certification is current and in good standing

Answer

Only current, valid CAB certification should be used in marketing to avoid misrepresentation.

Question 5

When a baker makes an error that negatively affects a customer's order, the ethical response includes:

Accepted Answer

Acknowledging the mistake, apologizing, and offering a remedy

Answer

Acknowledging mistakes and offering a genuine remedy reflects personal accountability, a core professional ethics principle.

(CAB) Certified Artisan Baker Practice Test