Ethical Rules for Mechanical Engineers

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A mechanical engineer should avoid any secret agreements related to financial considerations with anyone except?

  • Another client
  • A family member
  • A colleague
  • Their employer (correct)

Rule 22 in the text highlights that a mechanical engineer shall use only fair means to gain professional advancement, without harming the work or employment opportunities of others. This rule is primarily related to:

  • Respect towards colleagues
  • Ethical solicitation of employment (correct)
  • Confidentiality with clients
  • Proper use of company resources

What is one of the duties a mechanical engineer owes to themselves and others, as mentioned in Rule 21 of the text?

  • Keeping true to oneself and being honest (correct)
  • Creating secret agreements for financial gain
  • Prioritizing personal gain over professional ethics
  • Avoiding workplace conflicts

According to Rule 23 in the text, what should a mechanical engineer refrain from doing in terms of associations?

<p>Allowing the use of their name by anyone with questionable reputation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In relation to colleagues and associates, what does Rule 24 suggest a mechanical engineer should provide?

<p>Opportunities and means for improvement and advancement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rule 25 states that a mechanical engineer should define clearly the line of authority and scope of responsibility for associates. This is important to avoid:

<p>Miscommunication and confusion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Rule 26 emphasize a mechanical engineer should be receptive to from others?

<p>New ideas and suggestions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'To thine ownself be true' expresses a duty that a mechanical engineer owes to:

<p>'Himself and others' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'He shall not injure the work or employment opportunities of others' - This statement from Rule 22 highlights the importance of:

<p>'Fair professional advancement' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect emphasized in Rule 24 regarding colleagues and associates?

<p>Encourage knowledge advancement and skills improvement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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