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What is the primary focus of the passage regarding software engineering ethics?

The need for software engineers to behave in a competent and professional manner
The importance of upholding the law in software engineering
The key ethical principles that software engineers must follow
The wider responsibilities of software engineers beyond just technical skills (correct)

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT considered an issue of professional responsibility for software engineers?

Competence
Confidentiality
Upholding the law (correct)
Intellectual property rights

What is the purpose of the passage in discussing software engineering ethics?

To highlight the importance of ethical behavior in the software engineering field (correct)
To provide a comprehensive code of ethics for the software engineering profession
To describe the technical skills required for successful software engineering
To outline the legal requirements for software engineers

According to the passage, which of the following is a key aspect of ethical behavior for software engineers?

Protecting the intellectual property of employers and clients (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between ethical behavior and simply upholding the law, as discussed in the passage?

Ethical behavior involves a higher level of moral principles, while upholding the law only requires following the letter of the law. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT considered an aspect of ethical behavior for software engineers?

Ensuring all work is completed on time and within budget (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between software engineering ethics and the law, as discussed in the passage?

Software engineering ethics involve a higher level of moral principles than just upholding the law. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT identified in the passage as a key issue of professional responsibility for software engineers?

Ensuring projects are completed on budget (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of discussing software engineering ethics in the passage?

To highlight the importance of ethical behavior in the software engineering field (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the passage distinguish between ethical behavior and simply upholding the law for software engineers?

Ethical behavior involves a higher level of moral principles, while upholding the law only requires following the letter of the law. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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