If You Enlist People to Participate in a Study and Do

question 73

Multiple Choice

If you enlist people to participate in a study and do not give them a full description of the procedures,risk,and benefits of the study in language they can understand,you are violating the ethical principle of:

• A) confidentiality.
• B) informed consent.
• C) necessity.
• D) freedom from coercion.

Understand the legal environment and liability standards for accountants in various jurisdictions, including Canada.

Distinguish between the roles of various documents like engagement letters, working papers, and opinion letters in the accounting profession.

Analyze how prenuptial agreements and personal relationships can impact the ethical and legal obligations of accountants.

Recognize the conditions under which an accountant may face a malpractice action.

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Definitions:

Ethical Egoism

A philosophical perspective that suggests actions are morally right if they promote one's own self-interest.

Greatest Good

A principle often associated with utilitarianism that suggests actions should be evaluated based on their consequences for the greatest number of people.

Leader-Follower Relationship

Focuses on the dynamic interactions between leaders and followers, including trust, influence, and the exchange of benefits.

Heifetz

A scholar known for his work on adaptive leadership, which emphasizes the importance of leaders encouraging adaptation and learning in the face of change.