OMVIC Ethics and Professionalism Test 1

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of OMVIC's Code of Ethics for Vehicle Salespeople?

Accepted Answer

To promote ethical conduct and professionalism

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To maximize dealer profits

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To ensure compliance with tax regulations

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To minimize vehicle advertising costs

Question 2

Under OMVIC regulations, salespeople are required to disclose:

Accepted Answer

Material facts that may affect a consumer’s decision

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Only the positive features of a vehicle

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Personal information about previous owners

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Current market values of similar vehicles

Question 3

What should a salesperson do if a customer asks about a vehicle's accident history?

Accepted Answer

Provide accurate and complete information

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Provide only information available in the sales brochure

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Minimize the importance of any accidents

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Refuse to discuss accident history

Question 4

When is it appropriate for a salesperson to provide financial advice to a customer?

Accepted Answer

Never, unless the salesperson is a licensed financial advisor

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Always, to help close the sale

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Only if the customer asks for financial advice

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Only if it benefits the dealership

Question 5

What action should a salesperson take if they suspect a vehicle has undisclosed mechanical issues?

Accepted Answer

Disclose the issues to the customer before purchase

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Ignore the issues to avoid losing a potential sale

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Suggest the customer buy an extended warranty

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Recommend the customer take the risk and buy the vehicle

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of unethical behavior for an OMVIC-registered salesperson?

Accepted Answer

Providing false information about a vehicle's mileage

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Recommending a customer purchase additional insurance coverage

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Encouraging a customer to negotiate a lower price

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Offering a free test drive to all customers

Question 7

What is the purpose of OMVIC's Consumer Protection Code?

Accepted Answer

To protect consumers from unfair practices

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To promote sales of vehicles to consumers

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To reduce dealership operating costs

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To increase dealer profitability

Question 8

Why is it important for a salesperson to maintain confidentiality regarding customer information?

Accepted Answer

To protect customer privacy and trust

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To avoid making customers feel uncomfortable

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To ensure compliance with dealership policies

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To prevent customers from negotiating better deals

Question 9

Under OMVIC regulations, what should a salesperson do if they cannot answer a customer's question about a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Refer the customer to a more knowledgeable colleague

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Guess the answer to keep the conversation going

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Ignore the question and change the subject

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Tell the customer they do not need to know that information

Question 10

When should a salesperson disclose their relationship with a dealership to a customer?

Accepted Answer

Only if the customer asks directly

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Only if the salesperson expects a large commission

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Only if the dealership is facing legal action

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At the beginning of any sales negotiation