Conflict of Interest with a Vendor
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An engineer owns stock in a vendor being evaluated. What is the appropriate action?
- AHide the ownership
- BDisclose the conflict of interest
- CSell the stock after the award
- DAccept a payment from the vendor
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Answer: B. Disclose the conflict of interest
Disclose the financial interest to the employer or client because it could affect, or appear to affect, impartial judgment. Disclosure allows the conflict to be addressed, including recusal when appropriate.
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