STP Professional Practice & Ethics

Question 1

What is the primary goal of professional ethics?

Accepted Answer

Maintain public trust

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Maximize profits

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Increase productivity

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Ensure innovation

Question 2

Which principle emphasizes honesty and truthfulness in scientific work?

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Integrity

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Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Justice

Question 3

What is confidentiality in professional practice?

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Protecting private information

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Avoiding documentation

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Reporting to authorities

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Sharing case studies

Question 4

Which term refers to avoiding conflicts of interest?

Accepted Answer

Plagiarism

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Objectivity

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Bias

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Fabrication

Question 5

What is informed consent?

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Permission with understanding

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A form of insurance

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Legal judgment

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Automatic approval

Question 6

Which of the following is considered scientific misconduct?

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Fabricating data

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Writing a report

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Correcting an error

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Asking questions

Question 7

Why should professionals avoid plagiarism?

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It violates ethical standards

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It saves time

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It’s efficient

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It is encouraged

Question 8

What does transparency in research involve?

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Disclosing methods and results

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Keeping secrets

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Avoiding peer review

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Publishing anonymously

Question 9

Why is accountability important in professional roles?

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Promotes secrecy

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Reduces workload

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Increases ambiguity

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Builds trust and credibility