The Primary Ethical Concern When Contemplating Whistleblowing as an Accountant

question 66

Multiple Choice

The primary ethical concern when contemplating whistleblowing as an accountant is:

• A) It may violate my ethical obligations
• B) It may fail to correct the matter
• C) It may not be considered ethical by my employer
• D) All of these

Understand the distinction between anonymity and confidentiality in research and their implications for participant privacy.

Be aware of the historical and current ethical guidelines governing human research, including the Nuremberg Code, Belmont Report, and Declaration of Helsinki.

Grasp the ethical considerations and best practices when conducting research utilizing social media and Internet-based methodologies.

Differentiate between various roles participants may assume in research, such as subjects, informants, and collaborators.

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