Role & Professionalism Professional Ethics 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of a professional code of ethics?

Accepted Answer

To provide guidelines for acceptable behavior within a profession

Answer

A code of ethics provides a framework of principles and standards that guide professional behavior and decision-making.

Question 2

When is it appropriate to disclose confidential client information?

Accepted Answer

When legally required or to prevent serious harm

Answer

Confidential information may only be disclosed when required by law or to prevent significant harm, not for convenience.

Question 3

Which of the following demonstrates a lack of professional accountability?

Accepted Answer

Blaming coworkers when projects fail

Answer

Shifting blame to others rather than taking responsibility for one's role in a failure is a clear sign of lacking accountability.

Question 4

What does 'ethical relativism' suggest about professional standards?

Accepted Answer

Ethical standards may vary by culture or context and are not universal

Answer

Ethical relativism holds that moral standards are culturally or contextually determined rather than universally fixed.

Question 5

A professional receives a gift from a vendor seeking a contract. What is the most ethical response?

Accepted Answer

Return the gift or disclose it per company policy

Answer

Returning or disclosing gifts from vendors prevents real or perceived conflicts of interest in procurement decisions.

Role & Professionalism Practice Test