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Chapter 5 Engineering Fundamentals:

An Introduction to Engineering

1. Ethics refers to the study of morality and the moral choices that we all have to make in our

lives.

a. True

b. False

2. Most engineering professional societies have their own code of ethics.

a. True

b. False

3. The NSPE ethical code of conduct is used in making judgments about engineering-related

cases brought before the board of ethics.

a. True

b. False

4. A conflict of interest is

a. a general disagreement between two or more individuals.

b. when an employee spends company time working on a personal project.

c. a conflict between an employee and their manager.

d. a conflict between an individual’s personal interests and their professional obligations.

Analysis:

5. Pretend you’re an engineer in charge of managing the construction of a new highway. You

decide to specify a proprietary paving material that happens to be manufactured by a company

that is owned by your brother-in-law. This situation represents a possible

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a. professional responsibility.

b. conflict of interest.

c. code of ethics.

d. all of the above.

Analysis:

6. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers in the fulfillment of their professional duties must carefully consider the safety,

health, and welfare of the public.

a. True

b. False

7. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

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Engineers may perform services outside of their areas of competence as long as they inform

their employer or client of this fact.

a. True

b. False

8. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers may issue subjective and partial statements if such statements are in writing and

consistent with the best interests of their employer, client, or the public.

a. True

b. False

9. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.

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a. True

b. False

10. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not be required to engage in truthful acts when required to protect the public

health, safety, and welfare.

a. True

b. False

11. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers may not be required to follow the provisions of state or federal law when such

actions could endanger or compromise their employer or their client’s interests.

a. True

b. False

12. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

If engineers’ judgment is overruled under circumstances that endanger life or property, they

shall notify their employer or client and such other authority as may be appropriate.

a. True

b. False

13. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers may review but shall not approve those engineering documents that are in

conformity with applicable standards.

a. True

b. False

14. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

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of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not reveal facts, data, or information without the prior consent of the client or

employer except as authorized or required by law or this Code.

a. True

b. False

15. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not permit the use of their name or their associate’s name in business

ventures with any person or firm that they believe is engaged in fraudulent or dishonest

enterprise, unless such enterprise or activity is deemed consistent with applicable state or

federal law.

a. True

b. False

16. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers having knowledge of any alleged violation of this Code, following a period of

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thirty days during which the violation is not corrected, shall report thereon to appropriate

professional bodies and, when relevant, also to public authorities, and cooperate with the

proper authorities in furnishing such information or assistance as may be required.

a. True

b. False

17. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall undertake assignments only when qualified by education or experience in the

specific technical fields involved.

a. True

b. False

18. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not affix their signatures to plans or documents dealing with subject matter in

which they lack competence, but may affix their signatures to plans or documents not

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prepared under their direction and control where the engineer has a good faith belief that

such plans or documents were competently prepared by another designated party.

a. True

b. False

19. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers may accept assignments and assume responsibility for coordination of an entire

project and shall sign and seal the engineering documents for the entire project, including

each technical segment of the plans and documents.

a. True

b. False

20. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall strive to be objective and truthful in professional reports, statements, or

testimony, with primary consideration for the best interests of the engineer’s client or

employer. The engineer’s reports shall include all relevant and pertinent information in such

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reports, statements or testimony, which shall bear the date on which the engineer was

retained by the client to prepare the reports.

a. True

b. False

21. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers may express publicly technical opinions that are founded upon knowledge of the

facts and competence in the subject matter.

a. True

b. False

22. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall issue no statements, criticisms, or arguments on technical matters that are

inspired or paid for by interested parties, unless they have prefaced their comments by

explicitly identifying the interested parties on whose behalf they are speaking, and by

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revealing the existence of any interest the engineers may have in the matters.

a. True

b. False

23. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers may not participate in any matter involving a conflict of interest if it could

influence or appear to influence their judgment or the quality of their services.

a. True

b. False

24. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not accept compensation, financial or otherwise, from more than one party

for services on the same project, or for services pertaining to the same project, unless the

circumstances are fully disclosed and agreed to by all interested parties.

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a. True

b. False

25. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not solicit but may accept financial or other valuable consideration, directly

or indirectly, from outside agents in connection with the work for which they are responsible,

if such compensation is fully disclosed.

a. True

b. False

26. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers in public service as members, advisors, or employees of a governmental or quasi-

governmental body or department may participate in decisions with respect to services

solicited or provided by them or their organizations in private or public engineering practice

as long as such decisions do not involve technical engineering matters for which they do not

possess professional competence.

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a. True

b. False

27. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not solicit or accept a contract from a governmental body on which a

principal or officer of their organization serves as a member.

a. True

b. False

28. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not intentionally falsify their qualifications or actively permit written

misrepresentation of their or their associate’s qualifications. Engineers may accept credit for

previous work performed where the work was performed during the period the engineer was

employed by the previous employer. Brochures or other presentations incident to the

solicitation of employment shall specifically indicate the work performed and the dates the

engineer was employed by the firm.

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a. True

b. False

29. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall not offer, give, solicit, or receive, either directly or indirectly, any

contribution to influence the award of a contract by a public authority, or which may be

reasonably construed by the public as having the effect or intent of influencing the award of a

contract unless such contribution is made in accordance with applicable federal or state

election campaign finance laws and regulations.

a. True

b. False

30. The following question pertains to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the

statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.

Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language

contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge

of engineering ethics or the ethics of individual engineers or engineering students.

Engineers shall acknowledge their errors after consulting with their employer or client.

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a. True

b. False