Which of the Following Is Not a Purpose of Ethical

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a purpose of ethical codes?

• A) They protect consumers and further the professional standing of an organization.
• B) They serve as a legal document that one can bring to court if sued.
• C) They are statements about the maturity and professional identity of a profession.
• D) They guide professionals toward certain types of behaviors that reflect the underlying values considered desirable in the profession.

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Definitions:

Exocrine Glands

Glands that secrete their products into ducts that lead directly to the external environment.

Neuron Cells

Specialized cells of the nervous system that transmit electrical and chemical signals throughout the body, facilitating communication between the brain and other parts.

GTP

Guanosine triphosphate, a nucleotide important for energy transfer within cells and a substrate for protein synthesis.

GDP

Gross Domestic Product, a measure of the economic performance of a country, calculated by adding the total value of all goods and services produced within the country.