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PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
EXAM Exam
NPPE Questions V8.02
Professional Practice Exam
Topics - National Professional
Practice Examination (NPPE)
Exam
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1.A professional seat/stamp is required to De applied to
A. legal documents
B. signed contracts
C. business cards
D. final drawings
Answer: D
Explanation:
A professional seal or stamp is typically required to be applied to final drawings. This
practice ensures that the documents have been reviewed and approved by a licensed
professional, signifying compliance with applicable standards and regulatory
requirements. This is particularly common in disciplines that significantly impact public
safety, such as engineering and architecture.
2.To prevent whistleblowing scandals from occurring, employers should not
A. enable employees to disclose issues within file company
B. encourage transparency for investigating issues
C. protect employees who bring issue; forward
D. prevent employees from disclosing Issues
Answer: D
Explanation:
To prevent whistleblowing scandals, employers should encourage transparency and
protect employees who bring issues forward, thus enabling them to disclose issues
within the company. Therefore, employers should not prevent employees from
disclosing issues as this action would go against fostering an open and accountable
organizational culture. Preventing disclosures can lead to unethical practices going
unchecked, potentially causing greater harm to the organization and stakeholders.
3.Termination falls into one of two categories: for cause, also known as "Just cause,"
and without cause, winch of the following Issues resulting either from a professional's
behavior or from outside forces could readily result in a professional being terminated
for "Just cause"?
A. Insubordination and insolence
B. Company declares bankruptcy
C. Apathy and indecision
D. Company takeover
Answer: A
Explanation:
Termination "for cause" or "just cause" is generally reserved for situations involving
misconduct or behavior directly attributable to the employee that negatively affects
their ability to perform their job or the safety and well-being of others. Insubordination
and insolence are examples of behaviors that could result in termination for cause.
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Bankruptcy or company takeover, however, are external forces and not linked to
individual professional behavior, thus not qualifying for termination for cause.
4.Which of the following Behaviors is directly associated with a licensed professional's
expected standard of conduct?
A. Assume their obligation to whistle-blow
B. Practice due diligence
C. Pursue opportunism
D. Maintain anonymity
Answer: B
Explanation:
The behavior directly associated with a licensed professional's expected standard of
conduct is to practice due diligence. This involves taking all reasonable steps to
ensure professional responsibilities are met, including maintaining compliance with
applicable standards, regulations, and ethical norms.
5.In many provinces and territories, regulators oversee a mandatory continuing
professional development (CPD) program.
In order to comply with such a CPD commitment. practicing professional! must
A. comply with the annual CPD review meeting requirement, either in person or
virtually
B. annually report CPD-related activities and their admissible hours according to well-
defined regulator guidelines
C. volunteer in local charitable foundations or service Institutions to support the
community and promote the professions
D. provide on annual performance report, detailing professional challenges and
accomplishments as related to their employment
Answer: B
Explanation:
To comply with a mandatory continuing professional development (CPD) program,
practicing professionals must annually report CPD-related activities and their
admissible hours according to well-defined regulator guidelines (Option B). This
requirement is common across many regulatory bodies as it ensures that
professionals are maintaining their skills and knowledge in line with current industry
standards. The goal of CPD programs is to keep professionals up-to-date, competent,
and capable in their respective fields, thus ensuring public safety and trust in the
professions.
6.Which of the following activities is undertaken by Engineers Canada and
Geoscientists Canada?
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A. Development of guidelines for licensure
B. Appointment of the professional associations' councils
C. Enforcement of the appropriate provincial/territorial acts
D. Investigate Interprovincial misconduct by an engineer/geoscientist
Answer: A
Explanation:
Engineers Canada and Geoscientists Canada undertake the development of
guidelines for licensure. These national organizations set the standards and
guidelines that help regulate the profession across Canada, ensuring that the
qualifications and practices of engineers and geoscientists meet consistent, high
standards of professionalism and ethical conduct. They do not directly enforce
provincial/territorial acts, appoint professional associations' councils, or investigate
misconduct; these responsibilities typically fall to individual provincial and territorial
regulatory bodies.
7.Licensed professional members who abide by the practice standards for
authenticating finalized professional documents will authenticate
A. only financial documents
B. only technical documents
C. all client-supplied documents
D. all Internal corporate documents
Answer: B
Explanation:
Licensed professional members are required to authenticate only technical
documents under practice standards for authenticating finalized professional
documents. This includes any documents related to engineering and geoscience
projects where professional input and oversight were essential, ensuring
accountability and traceability of professional work.
8.A corporate environmental compliance audit is best described as
A. a detailed assessment or a project's long-term Impact on the environment
B. an Internal investigation into a corporation's potential environmental liabilities
C. a detailed assessment of the severity and extent of contamination on a project site
D. the development and implementation of a full-cycle environmental remediation plan
Answer: B
Explanation:
The correct answer is B. A corporate environmental compliance audit is an internal
investigation into a corporation's potential environmental liabilities. This type of audit
assesses the company's compliance with environmental laws and regulations to
identify any potential liabilities or areas of non-compliance. It is a preventive measure
that helps corporations mitigate risks associated with environmental regulations and
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ensures they meet legal standards before external audits or inspections occur.
9.A new licensed professional has been assigned to a new project team working
under the direction of a supervisor, which of the following expectations would be
outside of the primary expectations of a now licensee'; professional responsibilities?
A. Interpret results without supervision
B. Give technical advice to project members
C. Ensure that the project members bond together as a team
D. Make Independent analyses of tasks within their related working experience
Answer: C
Explanation:
The expectation that would be outside of the primary expectations of a new licensee's
professional responsibilities is ensuring that the project members bond together as a
team (Option C). While teamwork is important, the primary professional
responsibilities of a new licensed professional involve technical competence and
execution of tasks related to their expertise, rather than teamdynamics or
interpersonal relationships.
10.When requested by senior management to meet an Imminent deadline, a licensed
professional can promptly authenticate a final professional work product prepared by
A. a busted senior licensed professional who is unavailable until after the deadline
B. the professional's technical manager who assumes full responsibility for the work
C. an Individual reporting directly to the professional whose previous work has been
Impeccable
D. an individual whose work was prepared under the licensed professional's direct
supervision and control
Answer: D
Explanation:
When faced with an imminent deadline requested by senior management, a licensed
professional may promptly authenticate a final professional work product prepared
under their direct supervision and control. This requirement ensures that the
professional responsible for the work has a comprehensive understanding and
oversight of the work processes and outcomes, thus maintaining the quality and
accuracy of the professional work. Authentication by the licensed professional in such
cases is crucial to adhere to professional standards and regulatory requirements,
ensuring that the work meets all professional and safety standards.
11.Which of the following actions cannot be taken by the professional association
when It considers applications for the registration of applicants in accordance with the
association's Act?
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A. Deny the registration
B. Approve the registration
C. Defer approval of the registration
D. Prevent the applicant from any future registration
Answer: D
Explanation:
A professional association does not have the authority to prevent an applicant from
any future registration (Option D). While the association can deny, approve, or defer
registration based on current qualifications and
compliance with their regulations, it cannot permanently ban an applicant from future
opportunities to register.
Such actions would generally be seen as unfair and legally questionable.
12.Which of the following statements regarding a licensed Canadian professional
working outside of Canada Is Incorrect?
A. A Canadian resident working in a foreign country is generally required to pay
Canadian income tax.
B. Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) legislation typically protects employers for
work done outside of Canada.
C. Where Co no do has ratified an International trade agreement (e.g.. US-Mexico-
Canada Agreement), all Canadian provinces and territories are generally bound by
the terms of that
agreement.
D. Licensed Canadian professional engineers and geoscienasts working
internationally must obtain both the right to work in that country and the right to
practice their profession in that country.
Answer: B
Explanation:
The incorrect statement regarding a licensed Canadian professional working outside
of Canada is that Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) legislation typically protects
employers for work done outside of Canada. WCB coverage generally applies to work
within Canada, and different arrangements or insurance may be needed when
working internationally.
13.In each of the following situations, a licensed professional is Behaving
unprofessionally.
In which case would the professional be least likely subject to disciplinary action for
negligence?
A. A professional managing a large construction project frequently took small
amounts of money from the project for use in online gambling games.
B. A professional stamped construction drawings tor a new bridge across a river
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without thoroughly checking them in order to prevent any further project delays.
C. A professional working on a building design decided not to use the latest building
codes as part of the design because It would cost more money and delay the project.
D. A professional who recently moved to a new city designed a new stormwater
management system based on standards that the professional had previously used,
unaware that different standards were used in the new city.
Answer: D
Explanation:
In situation D, the professional designed a stormwater management system based on
standards previously used, unaware of different local standards. This scenario reflects
a genuine error due to unfamiliarity rather than negligence, as negligence requires a
breach of duty of care knowingly or recklessly disregarding professional standards.
The scenarios in A, B, and C involve intentional or reckless disregard for professional
standards, making D the least likely for disciplinary action for negligence.
14.A professional member monitors production at a food plant. While walking the
plant at the end of a shift, the member sees a major hydraulic oil leak on the ground
outside, near the only conveyor that brings raw product into the plant. There Is a
scheduled maintenance outage the next day, and dealing with the Issue right now
would hurt production goals, and thus affect the member's chance of bonuses.
A. tell the next supervise to deal with It on the next shift
B. ignore the issue and let the next supervisor find and deal with it
C. stop production, have the issue Axed, and report the spill if required by provincial
law
D. Inform maintenance Immediately so that they can plan for Its repair on the
scheduled outage
Answer: C
Explanation:
The most appropriate and ethical action for the professional member to take is C. The
professional should stop production, have the issue fixed, and report the spill if
required by provincial law. This decision prioritizes safety, environmental protection,
and legal compliance over personal gain or production goals. It aligns with the ethical
obligation of professionals to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of the public
and the environment, even if it may impact financial incentives like bonuses.
15.During an economic recession, a design consulting firm makes the difficult
decision to reduce staff. The manager of the Water Group Is sent a list of staff who
will lose their jobs. When a geoscientist in the Mining Group accidentally finds a copy
of this list in the photocopier, they notice the name of a friend on the list. The
geosdentist decides to say nothing to their friend. Later, when the staff reductions ore
announced, their friend loses their job.
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Which of the following actions can the geoscientist take row to meet their ethical duty
to their profession?
A. Continue working diligently on their projects
B. Word on their projects and ask for mora money since they are now doing more
work
C. Continue working on their projects, but criticize the company and management for
what they did
D. Make plans to open their own design firm and convince a number of other
employees to Join them
Answer: A
Explanation:
The most ethical action the geoscientist can take now is to continue working diligently
on their projects. This approach shows professionalism and dedication to their duties,
respecting confidentiality and the sensitive nature of organizational decisions like staff
reductions. Engaging in actions that undermine the company or involve retaliation
does not align with professional ethics. The responsibility of the geoscientist is to
maintain their professional integrity and focus on their work despite the challenging
circumstances.
16.For more than 10 years, a licensed professional has been a key employee at DLB
Ltd., a small engineering firm that specializes in rotary drill pit technology for the oil
and gas sector. Over the years, the professional leads the development of Innovative
drill bit designs that significantly Improve DLB Ltd.'s profitability.
Though the work is stimulating, the professional feels overworked, under-appreciated,and underpaid. Recently, the professional is actively courted by Gyre Ltd, an
engineering company specializing in tunnel-boring technology m the urban
transportation industry.
Which of the following actions least conflicts with the professional's responsibilities
and loyalties to DLB Ltd?
A. Communicating with colleagues that DLB Ltd. is poorly managed and an abysmal
place to work
B. Duplicating their own personal client list collected over time at DLB Ltd. In order to
maintain future customer contacts
C. Sharing designs with Gyre Ltd. contacts Including detailed drill bit configurations
specific to models personally generated while at DLB Ltd.
D. Discussing with Gyre Ltd. recruiters key technical drivers controlling drill bit
efficiencies based on knowledge gained through personal experience at DLB Ltd.
Answer: D
Explanation:
Discussing technical details based on general knowledge gained through personal
experience does not conflict with the professional's responsibilities and loyalties to
DLB Ltd. While the professional should avoid sharing proprietary or confidential
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information from DLB Ltd., discussing broad technical concepts that drive efficiencies,
which are part of the professional’s general expertise, does not typically violate
confidentiality or loyalty obligations.
17.Which of the following statements about environmental stewardship is false?
A. In order for a society to protect and preserve the environment, sustainable
development and environmental stewardship plans must Inform decision making.
B. Ideally, sustainable development should achieve a balance between environmental
stewardship, society, and economics.
C. The economic benefits of environmental stewardship are always easily
quantifiable.
D. The economic benefits of environmental stewardship are not always apparent.
Answer: C
Explanation:
The false statement about environmental stewardship is that the economic benefits of
environmental stewardship are always easily quantifiable (Option C). While
environmental stewardship can provide economic benefits, such as reduced waste
and energy costs or enhanced brand reputation leading to better sales, these benefits
are not always easily quantifiable. Many environmental benefits, such as biodiversity
preservation or ecosystem resilience, may have long-term economic impacts that are
difficult to measure directly and immediately.
18.What is the basic purpose of insurance?
A. To protect the public from personal liability and property damage
B. To help successful litigants recover legal costs
C. To leap assets beyond the risk of creditors
D. To spread and shift risk
Answer: D
Explanation:
The basic purpose of insurance is to spread and shift risk. This is fundamental to the
concept of insurance, which pools the risk of financial losses from individual members
of a large group, allowing them to share the financial risks associated with potential
losses spread across all members.
19.All of the following duties are duties of professional engineers and geoscientists to
society except the duty to ensure that their work will.
A. promote the health and safety of the public
B. achieve maximum benefits for society at large
C. achieve maximum returns on Investment for their employer
D. promote the protection of the environment through socially acceptable means
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Answer: C
Explanation:
Among the listed duties of professional engineers and geoscientists to society, the
duty to achieve maximum returns on investment for their employer (Option C) is least
aligned with their societal obligations. The primary duties of professionals in these
fields towards society include promoting public health and safety, environmental
protection, and benefiting society at large. The focus on financial returns pertains
more to organizational or business objectives rather than societal duties.
20.As used by professional regulators in many Canadian Jurisdictions, a basis for
conducting practice/assurance reviews on Individuals is to
A. provide low-cost educational opportunities to licensed professional or professionals-
In-training
B. ensure that the continuing professional development requirements are met by
every licensed professional
C. help non-practicing professionals regain the required technical skill sets after a
brief Interruption of employment
D. meet the provincial/territorial governments' legal requirements of a continuing
education program for licensed professionals
Answer: B
Explanation:
Professional regulators conduct practice/assurance reviews on individuals primarily to
ensure that the continuing professional development requirements are met by every
licensed professional. This is part of the regulatory framework that helps maintain
professional standards and protects public safety by ensuring practitioners remain
competent in their respective fields.
21.Jane Smith, a licensed professional, is a consulting engineer working in a small
town. Jane also sits on Town Council as are elected councillor, which she considers
to be a part-time Job in order to help the community. For the last year, lane has been
working with a developer who Is proposing a new asphalt mix for road resurfacing to
help reduce the number of potholes on town roads. During a regular town council
meeting where the developer's proposal was discussed, Jane publicly stated her
involvement with the developer's project, did not participate in the debate, and
abstained from voting. However, everyone knows that Jane is the only consulting
engineer in town and has the most knowledge and expertise with this type of project.
Does Jane have a conflict of interest in this situation?
A. Yes, because Jane should not have worked with the developer on the new asphalt
mix while she serves as an elected town councillor.
B. No. Because Jane fully disclosed her Business relationship with the developer at
the council meeting and refrained from participating in the formal vote.
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C. No. because Jane only works part-time as an elected councillor for the town in
order to help out the community while her full-time job Is as a consultant.
D. Yes. because Jane is the only consulting engineer in town with the knowledge and
expertise for this type of project and can Influence how council members vote.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Jane does not have a conflict of interest in this situation because she fully disclosed
her business relationship with the developer at the council meeting and refrained from
participating in the debate and voting. This action aligns with professional ethics and
conflict of interest guidelines, which require transparency and abstention from
decision-making processes when a potential conflict exists. By declaring her
involvement and abstaining from the vote, Jane adhered to the ethical standards
expected of professionals in positions of public trust, thus mitigating any conflict of
interest.
22.A senior, licensed professional is asked oy their manager to authenticate a final,
technical work document prepared oy other licensed professional team members.
Which of the following statements related to authenticating this document is true?
A. A final, technical document prepared by licensed professionals does not require
authentication.
B. The senior professional accepts full responsibility for the final, technical document
once authenticated.
C. A licensed professional is required to have personally prepared the Anal, technical
document in order to authenticate It,
D. The senior professional can immediately authenticate the final, technical document
without further scrutiny as It was prepared by licensed professionals.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Whena senior, licensed professional is asked to authenticate a final technical work
document prepared by other licensed professional team members, the true statement
is that the senior professional accepts full responsibility for the final technical
document once authenticated (Option B). Authenticating a document implies that the
senior professional has sufficiently reviewed the work and ensures its accuracy and
compliance with relevant standards and regulations. It does not require the senior
professional to have personally prepared the document, but they must ensure its
correctness and appropriateness.
23.A person would be committing Insider trading if the person
A. gave professional advice to company insiders
B. knowingly traded based on material Information undisclosed to the public
C. ware an executive purchasing shares in the company that the parson worked for
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D. sold shares in a company following a news release, knowing the value of the
shares would fall
Answer: B
Explanation:
Insider trading occurs when a person knowingly trades based on material information
that has not been disclosed to the public (Option B). This action is considered
unethical and illegal because it uses confidential information for financial gain, giving
an unfair advantage over other investors who do not have access to this information.
Regulations typically prohibit trading based on such insider knowledge to ensure
fairness and transparency in the financial markets.
24.What happens when copyright expires on a work?
A. The work can be re-acquired by the work's author.
B. The work can be sold to the best suitor or highest bidder.
C. The work becomes part of the public domain and anyone can freely use ft.
D. The work becomes part of the government domain and a fee must be paid to
government to reproduce It.
Answer: C
Explanation:
When copyright expires on a work, the work becomes part of the public domain, and
anyone can freely use it (Option C). Copyright laws are designed to protect the
intellectual property rights of creators for a specified period. Once this period expires,
the work is no longer under copyright protection and becomes available for public use
without any restrictions on reproduction or distribution.
25.Which of the following statements regarding expert witnesses is incorrect?
A. They have an obligation to remain neutral.
B. They can testify about the standard of care required by a contract.
C. They cannot charge a fee that Is dependent on the outcome of the case.
D. They cannot be hired by a defendant or plaintiff and must be appointed by the
court.
Answer: D
Explanation:
The statement that expert witnesses cannot be hired by a defendant or plaintiff and
must be appointed by the court is incorrect (Option D). Expert witnesses can indeed
be hired by either party in a legal case to provide specialized knowledge that aids the
court in understanding the facts at issue. They are not exclusively appointed by the
court; parties involved in litigation often hire their own expert witnesses to support
their cases.
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26.Empowered through their respective legislative Acts, professional regulators have
the ability to impose consequences on their members If they are found guilty of
unprofessional conduct and/or unskilled practice.
Which of the following disciplinary penalties, imposed by a regulator against a
practitioner, is not a potential consequence for such action or behavior?
A. Further study and/or examinations
B. Revoking of license indefinitely
C. Probation or imprisonment
D. License suspension or fine
Answer: C
Explanation:
The disciplinary penalties that professional regulators can impose on practitioners
found guilty of unprofessional conduct do not include probation or imprisonment.
These measures are typical of criminal justice systems and are outside the scope of
professional regulatory authorities. Disciplinary actions within the scope of
professional regulators generally involve fines, mandatory education, license
suspension, or revocation but do not extend to criminal penalties.
27.In order for a corporation to practice engineering or geoscience. in most
associations. It must
A. employ only professionals registered with the association
B. obtain and maintain a Permit to Practise (Certificate of Authorization)
C. hold liability Insurance for subcontractors with whom they do business
D. register with the appropriate federal associations such as Engineers Canada or
Geoscientists Canada
Answer: B
Explanation:
In most associations, for a corporation to practice engineering or geoscience, it is
required to obtain and maintain a Permit to Practice (Certificate of Authorization). This
permit is mandatory as it signifies that the corporation meets the regulatory standards
set forth by the professional association and is authorized to provide engineering or
geoscience services to the public. This requirement ensures that corporations engage
in professional practices that are regulated, maintaining the integrity and safety
standards of the profession.
28.Louts, a licensed professional member, was asked by his employer to reduce the
stages of a process for expediency and in order to reduce costs. Louis advised his
employer that this was not an industry test practice. However, the employer Insisted
that Louis make the requested adjustment, which presented Louis with a dilemma.
Which of the following approaches is best for Louis to take in this situation?
A. Ignore the employer in line with Louie' commitment to ethical practice
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B. Research appropriate guidelines permitting such adjustment
C. Go ahead with the adjustment using his best Judgement
D. Report his employer to the professional association
Answer: B
Explanation:
The best approach for Louis in this situation is to research appropriate guidelines
permitting such an adjustment (Option B). This action allows Louis to explore whether
there are any industry standards or exceptions that might justify the changes
requested by his employer. It is crucial for a professional to uphold ethical standards
and ensure that any modifications to processes do not compromise safety, quality, or
violate industry best practices. By researching relevant guidelines, Louis can make an
informed decision and provide documented evidence to support his final action,
whether to proceed with or reject the adjustments.
29.What is the term used to refer to a special form of contract whereby one party
guarantees the performance by a second party of certain obligations and what is the
term used to refer to the first party?
A. The contract is a surety and the first party is referred to as the bond.
B. The contract Is a bond and the first party Is referred to as the surety.
C. The contract Is a surety and the first party is referred to as the oblige.
D. The contract is a bond and the first party is referred to as the principal.
Answer: B
Explanation:
The special form of contract where one party guarantees the performance by a
second party of certain obligations is called a bond, and the first party in this
arrangement is referred to as the surety (Option B). The surety provides a guarantee
to the oblige (the party requiring the guarantee) that the principal (the party obligated
to perform) will fulfill their contractual obligations. This arrangement is commonly used
in construction contracts and other scenarios requiring performance guarantees.
30."An engineer or geoscientist who observes unsafe, unethical, or illegal practices
must take action."
This statement most clearly exemplifies a professional member's
A. duty to report
B. reporting process
C. need to manage risk
D. professionalaccountability
Answer: A
Explanation:
The statement exemplifies a professional member's duty to report. This duty is an
obligation under professional ethics and, in some jurisdictions, by law, requiring
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engineers and geoscientists to report any unsafe, unethical, or illegal practices they
observe in the course of their work. This responsibility ensures that the public is
protected from harm and that the profession maintains its standards of integrity and
safety.
31.Ethical theories such as Mill's Utilitarianism, Kant's Duty-Based Ethics, Locke's
Rights-Based Ethics, and Aristotle's virtue-Based Ethics are useful for solving ethical
questions and directing professionals in resolving dilemmas, because when properly
applied, they
A. always recommend the same answer to any ethical problem
B. offer, for consideration, different perspectives for all ethical problems
C. never recommend the same answer to any ethical problem, so they present a
range of possible solutions
D. are each used for specific types of problems, but when all considered together,
they cover the entire range of possible ethical problems
Answer: B
Explanation:
Ethical theories like Mill's Utilitarianism, Kant's Duty-Based Ethics, Locke's Rights-
Based Ethics, and Aristotle's Virtue-Based Ethics provide diverse perspectives on
ethical problems. They are useful for guiding professionals in resolving ethical
dilemmas by presenting varied viewpoints and considerations, rather than prescribing
a single solution to all issues.
32.Engineers Canada and Geoscientists Canada are the national umorella
organizations of the provincial and territorial associations that regulate professional
practice in their respective Jurisdictions.
One of the many duties of Engineers Canada and Geoscientists Canada is to
A. settle disputes and grievances within the provincial and territorial regulatory bodies
B. implement national regulations to ensure uniform licensing procedures across
Canada
C. promote national consistency in licensing and regulating of their respective
professions
D. ensure that each regulator meets their mandated professional and ethical
responsibilities
Answer: C
Explanation:
Engineers Canada and Geoscientists Canada, as national umbrella organizations,
focus on promoting national consistency in licensing and regulating the engineering
and geoscience professions across Canada. This role includes ensuring that
provincial and territorial regulatory bodies maintain uniform standards and practices,
thereby fostering a coherent national framework for these professions.
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33.According to most professional associations' codes of ethics. licensed
professionals are required to take all of the following actions except
A. keeping themselves informed in order to maintain their competence
B. striving to advance the body of knowledge within which they practice
C. providing opportunities for the professional development of their subordinates
D. keeping a Journal and record of what they have learned for reporting personal
development
Answer: D
Explanation:
According to most professional associations' codes of ethics, licensed professionals
are indeed expected to maintain their competence, advance their field, and support
the professional development of their subordinates. However, there is no standard
requirement for professionals to keep a journal and record of what they have learned
for the purpose of reporting personal development. While personal development and
ongoing learning are encouraged, the specific act of maintaining a learning journal is
not a typically mandated ethical requirement across professional associations.
34.One licensee professional should Inform another licensed professional when the
first is engaged to review work initially performed by the second
A. in the interest of public safety
B. to uphold a duty to the employer and the public
C. as a professional courtesy or when it is mandated
D. to maintain professional confidentiality or when directed by management
Answer: C
Explanation:
One licensed professional should inform another when engaged to review work
initially performed by the latter as a professional courtesy and when it is mandated.
This protocol fosters transparency and accountability within the professional
community. It ensures that the second professional is aware of the review and can
provide necessary information or clarification, thereby upholding the professional
standards and integrity of the work. It is also typically required by the professional
regulatory body to maintain the standards of practice and ensure that all work is up to
the required professional standards.
35.The provincial and territorial governments regulate engineering and geoscience
through legislation that establish the legal Oasis for the professions. This legislation
has all of the following purposes except to
A. define the Association as legal entity
B. set member fees to fund the Association
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C. define the extent of the Association's powers
D. set standards for admission, practice, and discipline of professionals
Answer: B
Explanation:
The legislation that regulates engineering and geoscience does not set member fees
to fund the Association. Its primary purposes include defining the Association as a
legal entity, detailing the extent of the Association's powers, and setting standards for
admission, practice, and discipline of professionals. The setting of member fees is
typically a function of the Association itself and not prescribed by legislation.
36.Issues that allow an employer to terminate an employee without notice or
severance pay include all of the following except
A. serious misconduct
B. temporary disability
C. habitual neglect of duty
D. theft, fraud, or dishonesty
Answer: B
Explanation:
The answer is B, temporary disability. According to general employment law
principles and the specific guidelines provided in various legal and ethical codes of
conduct for engineers, an employer can terminate an employee without notice or
severance pay for reasons like serious misconduct, habitual neglect of duty, theft,
fraud, or dishonesty. Temporary disability, however, is not a valid reason for such
termination without notice or severance pay as it is protected under employment
standards and human rights legislations which guard against discrimination based on
disability.
37.Kate Is a professional member consulting in a developing nation. Kate notices that
the company has used practices in this country that will likely cause a huge Industrial
waste leak into the local water supply.
Which of the following statements explains Kate's duty to the local people in this
situation and what action she should take?
A. Kate has a duty to the local people and to the environment; she should have
discussions with her manager about her concerns.
B. Kate has a duty to the local people and to the environment; she should inform the
local government authorities of the problem.
C. Kate may or may not have a duty to the local people, but this type of problem is not
within her authority, so to relieve herself of this stress, Kate should ask to be
reassigned to a different project.
D. Kate does not have a duty to the local people because her company Is registered
as a Canadian association and therefore only needs to follow Its laws and ethics
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when performing work in Canada; she should not take any action.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Kate has a professional and ethical duty to the local people and the environment
(Option B).Observing harmful practices that threaten the local water supply requires
immediate action beyond just internal discussions. Kate should inform local
government authorities to intervene and prevent potential harm. This aligns with the
principles of professional responsibility and ethical practice, which mandate
professionals to protect human health and the environment, particularly in situations
where their work could cause significant harm.
38.Professional members working in what province need to be aware that contract
law in that province Is Cased on legislated statutes that date Pack hundreds of years?
A. Ontario
B. Quebec
C. Newfoundland
D. New Brunswick
Answer: B
Explanation:
Professional members working in Quebec (Option B) need to be aware that contract
law in this province is based on the Civil Code of Québec, which dates back to the
Napoleonic Code. This makes it distinct from the rest of Canada, which primarily
follows common law principles in contract law. Quebec’s civil law system includes
detailed statutes that govern legal contracts, which is different from the common law
system used in other provinces.
39.Which of the following roles or responsibilities do regulators of professions play in
society?
A. Render services based on advanced knowledge, skill, and Judgement, which the
public take on trust.
B. Accept the authority to discipline members who fail to comply with proper
standards of practice and conduct.
C. Provide technological advancements, the development of expertise, and the
formulation of codes and standards.
D. Manage career advancement of licensed professionals in line with their level of
experience, knowledge, and responsibility.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Regulators of professions play the role of accepting the authority to discipline
members who fail to comply with proper standards of practice and conduct (Option B).
This function is critical to maintaining the integrity of the professions and ensuring that
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the public trust is upheld. Regulators set and enforce standards, handle complaints,
and can impose penalties ranging from fines to revocation of licenses to protect the
public from malpractice and uphold high standards within the profession.
40.Alex, a professional member, is a manager at a construction firm. His boss asks
him to fill two student job positions (a student engineering position and a student
geoscience position) for the summer. After creating a Job posting and advertising the
positions for one month, Alex receives 40 applications. During the review process, he
discovers that the daughter of his old friend from university is one of the student job
applicants. Alex is concerned that proceeding with the review of the applications will
create a conflict of interest for him.
What actions can Alex take to remove any possible conflict of Interest in this
situation?
A. Remove the daughter's Job application and proceed with the review of all others.
B. Assume a professional attitude and consider the daughter's application the same
as ell others.
C. TeII his boss that he has known the applicant's father since university and ask the
boss to decide if he can proceed.
D. Review the daughter's application with the others to see If It Is good enough to go
on to the next step before telling his boss.
Answer: C
Explanation:
The best action Alex can take to remove any possible conflict of interest is to inform
his boss about his connection to one of the applicants and ask for guidance on
whether he should proceed with the review (Option C). This maintains transparency
and integrity, ensuring that the selection process is fair and unbiased, and that any
decisions made are free from personal influence.
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