Role & Professionalism Professional Ethics 2

Question 1

Which behavior best demonstrates professional integrity?

Accepted Answer

Being honest even when it is personally disadvantageous

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Completing work only when supervised

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Agreeing with management to advance your career

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Sharing credit only when required by policy

Question 2

What is 'whistleblowing' in a professional context?

Accepted Answer

Reporting illegal or unethical conduct within an organization to authorities

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Alerting management to productivity issues

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Warning coworkers about upcoming audits

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Announcing company policy changes to staff

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a breach of professional ethics?

Accepted Answer

Using company resources for personal business

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Taking a lunch break

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Requesting overtime pay

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Asking for clarification on an assignment

Question 4

What does it mean to 'recuse' yourself in a professional situation?

Accepted Answer

Withdraw from a decision or process due to a conflict of interest

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Resign from your position

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Request additional training

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Delegate your responsibilities to another team member

Question 5

Why is transparency important in professional settings?

Accepted Answer

It builds trust and accountability among colleagues and stakeholders

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It eliminates the need for formal contracts

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It reduces the workload for managers

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It ensures all employees receive equal pay

Question 6

Which of the following best describes 'due diligence' as a professional obligation?

Accepted Answer

Taking reasonable care to verify information and assess risks before acting

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Completing work as quickly as possible

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Following instructions without question

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Delegating complex tasks to senior staff