Determining Whether Challenger's Launch Should Be Delayed or Not Was

question 20

Multiple Choice

Determining whether Challenger's launch should be delayed or not was treated as a management decision by Gerald Mason rather than as a proper engineering decision and has been identified as a major mistake leading to the Challenger disaster. All of the following are aspects of a proper engineering decision except:

• A) Has the potential to violate the standards of an engineering code of ethics.
• B) Affects the performance of the organization.
• C) Requires technical expertise.
• D) May significantly affect the health, safety, and welfare of others.

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Complement

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Substitute

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