12 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the ethical conduct guide presented in the text?
To outline principles for certified planners and others involved in the planning process
What is the role of the planning process?
To serve the public interest
Why does the text emphasize the necessity for the highest standards of fairness and honesty among all participants in the planning process?
Because planning issues often involve conflicts of values and large private interests
What is the relationship between the Code of Ethics mentioned in the text and the certified planners?
The Code is formally subscribed to by each certified planner
What does the Code of Ethics provide in addition to enforceable standards?
Aspirational standards that require conscious striving to attain
What is the source of the ethical principles outlined in the Code of Ethics, according to the text?
The general values of society and the planner's responsibility to serve the public interest
What does the passage suggest is essential for giving the principles it outlines 'daily meaning'?
Continuous systematic discussion of their application
According to the passage, what should planning process participants strive to do in relation to the natural and built environments?
Preserve the integrity of both the natural and built environments
What does the passage suggest is an important consideration for planning process participants when making decisions?
The personal interests of the participants themselves
According to the passage, what should planning process participants strive to do in relation to public information and decision-making?
Ensure that non-confidential information is made available to the public in a convenient format and with sufficient time before any decision is made
What does the passage suggest is an important responsibility of planning process participants?
Planning for the needs of disadvantaged groups and persons
What does the passage suggest is an essential characteristic of planning process participants?
Impartiality and independence in their decision-making
This quiz covers a statement that guides ethical conduct in the planning process for advisors, advocates, and decision makers. It emphasizes principles to be followed by certified planners, officials, and others involved in planning. The focus is on serving the public interest.
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