Ethical Principles in Professional Conduct Quiz

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Which occupation is perceived to have the 'very great' prestige by the least percentage of adults?

Scientists

Military officers (correct)

Teachers

Firefighters

What do professional associations cater to, in contrast to trade unions?

Promoting professional standards

Individual needs (correct)

Relations with the employer

Accrediting journalists

What is the primary characteristic of a professional body?

Determining and managing the 5W+H

Strong leadership from managers

Providing on-the-job training opportunities

Effective sharing of goals with employees (correct)

What is a key characteristic of professionals who are part of professional bodies?

Access to information and networking Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key function of a professional body?

Providing POLCA (Planning, Organizing, Leading, Control, Assurance) Signup and view all the answers

Which trait involves always telling the truth and being sincere?

Honesty Signup and view all the answers

What does fiduciary duty entail for professionals?

Placing clients' needs before their own Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a group and a team in the workplace?

Groups coordinate their efforts, while teams share responsibility Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following professional bodies is not mentioned in the text?

Association for Information Systems Signup and view all the answers

Which trait involves revealing all relevant information and not hiding anything?

Transparency Signup and view all the answers

What is the key role of strong leadership in a professional body?

To get employees to function together effectively Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a professional body as described in the text?

Providing on-the-job mentorship programs Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a group and a team in the workplace?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of computing professionals towards clients and users?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

When designing a new computer system, what must the computing professional consider?

Both the specifications of the client and how the system might affect the quality of life of users and others Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a key responsibility of computing professionals towards clients and users?

Ensuring the system meets the client's budget Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the process of a group and a team in the workplace?

Groups discuss the problem and then decide, while teams discuss the problem, decide the way of solving it, and then do it collectively. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of computing professionals towards clients and users?

Performing assigned tasks competently, according to professional standards Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Occupation and Professionalism

Farmers are perceived to have 'very great' prestige by the least percentage of adults.

Professional Associations

Professional associations cater to professionals' interests, in contrast to trade unions which focus on employees' interests.

Characteristics of Professional Bodies

The primary characteristic of a professional body is self-regulation.

Professionals in Professional Bodies

A key characteristic of professionals who are part of professional bodies is that they adhere to a code of ethics.

Functions of Professional Bodies

A key function of a professional body is to set standards for the profession.

Ethics and Professionalism

Integrity involves always telling the truth and being sincere.
Fiduciary duty entails being trustworthy and having loyalty towards clients.
Transparency involves revealing all relevant information and not hiding anything.

Teams and Leadership in the Workplace

The primary difference between a group and a team in the workplace is that a team works collaboratively towards a common goal.
Strong leadership in a professional body plays a key role in setting direction and vision.

Computing Professionals

The primary responsibility of computing professionals towards clients and users is to respect their privacy and security.
When designing a new computer system, the computing professional must consider the system's impact on the environment and society.

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Test your knowledge on ethical principles in professional conduct with this quiz covering topics such as accountability, confidentiality, honesty, and transparency.