Professional Ethics Quiz

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What is the importance of confidentiality in a professional setting?

To keep all sensitive information private and away from unauthorized access.

Explain the concept of fiduciary duty.

Placing the needs of clients before one's own.

Why is honesty considered a key professional attribute?

Being truthful at all times.

What does it mean for a professional to have integrity?

Having strong moral principles. Signup and view all the answers

How does loyalty contribute to professionalism?

By remaining committed to one's profession. Signup and view all the answers

Why is objectivity important in professional decision-making?

To avoid being swayed by biases. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of effective sharing of goals in an organization?

Effective sharing of goals ensures that employees at every level of the organization are aligned and working towards the same objectives. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of Responsible POLCA in the context of professional bodies.

Responsible POLCA refers to Planning, Organizing, Leading, Control, and Assurance in a responsible manner within professional bodies. Signup and view all the answers

How do companies contribute to the development of their employees' skills?

Companies provide on-the-job training and opportunities for employees to enhance their work-related skills. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key differences between a group and a team in the workplace?

Group produces individual work products; team produces collective work products. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of strong leadership in an organization?

Strong leadership ensures that managers can effectively get employees to function together towards common goals. Signup and view all the answers

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

Attention to technical excellence and concern for the social effects of computers on operators, users, and the public. Signup and view all the answers

Differentiate between a team and a group based on their characteristics.

A team shares a common goal and mutual accountability, while a group is a collection of individuals who coordinate their efforts. Signup and view all the answers

When designing a new computer system, what should a computing professional consider besides the client's specifications?

How the system might affect the quality of life of users and others. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key differences between a group and a team in the workplace?

Groups have one head while teams can have multiple leaders, and group members do not share responsibility while team members share responsibilities. Signup and view all the answers