ChE-Code-of-Ethics

Question 1

We shall be guided in all our relations by the highest standards of honor and __________

Answer 1

integrity

Question 2

Chemical engineers shall consider the _____, safety, health and welfare of the public as of paramount importance.

Answer 2

environment

Question 3

We shall commit to perform professional services only in areas of our ______

Answer 3

competence

Question 4

Chemical engineers shall avoid being associated with any enterprise or individual of questionable _______.

Answer 4

reputation

Question 5

It is unethical to engage in work that is against the law or ______ standards.

Answer 5

ethical

Question 6

We shall give credit to those to whom credit is _______ due

Answer 6

properly

Question 7

Confidentiality shall be practiced, and the rights of ______ shall be respected.

Answer 7

privacy

Question 8

When proven wrong, we shall acknowledge our mistakes and refrain from distorting the ______.

Answer 8

facts

Question 9

Chemical engineers shall treat students with fairness and ______.

Answer 9

respect

Question 10

We shall not use the ideas or written work of another chemical engineer without giving due _______.

Answer 10

credit

Question 11

In professional matters, chemical engineers act as faithful _______ or trustees for their employer or client.

Answer 11

agents

Question 12

We shall not accept compensation from another employer in the same line of business without the _______ of all parties involved.

Answer 12

consent

Question 13

Chemical engineers shall express professional opinions only when they are adequately informed of the ______.

Answer 13

facts

Question 14

We shall not issue statements on public matters paid for by private interest unless we indicate on whose _______ we speak.

Answer 14

behalf

Question 15

We shall strive to continue our professional development through _______ education.

Answer 15

continuing

Question 16

A licensed chemical engineer is asked to endorse a process design they did not prepare or supervise. Ethically, they should:
A. Sign if their colleague assures its accuracy
B. Review and validate the work before signing
C. Sign only if requested by a superior
D. Refuse unless personally involved or in direct supervision

Answer 16

D. Refuse unless personally involved or in direct supervision

Question 17

If a chemical engineer discovers a systemic safety flaw in a client’s process, but the client refuses to act, what is the most ethical response?
A. Resign from the project
B. Modify the report to downplay the flaw
C. Notify proper authorities if there’s imminent danger to the public
D. Keep silent out of respect for client confidentiality

Answer 17

C – Notify proper authorities if there’s imminent danger to the public

Question 18

Which of the following best defines a conflict of interest under the Code?
A. Working on multiple projects simultaneously
B. Having a financial interest in a supplier while acting as project consultant
C. Disagreeing with management on ethical grounds
D. Being promoted within a company

Answer 18

B. Having a financial interest in a supplier while acting as project consultant

Question 19

A chemical engineer receives an offer from a supplier to sponsor a seminar trip abroad. Accepting this offer without disclosure:
A. Is acceptable if the engineer is not the decision-maker
B. Violates the Code regardless of role
C. Is ethical if declared to the PRC
D. Is permissible as long as no contract is signed

Answer 19

B. Violates the Code regardless of role

Question 20

In cases of potential harm to life, confidentiality clauses in contracts:
A. Must always be followed
B. Can be legally and ethically breached
C. Are enforceable above public safety
D. Apply unless the employer is government

Answer 20

B. Can be legally and ethically breached

Question 21

Which scenario represents an ethical breach?
A. An engineer signs a plan they prepared three years ago
B. An engineer consults for two competitors without disclosing
C. An engineer leads a team while holding stock in a partner company but fully discloses it
D. An engineer designs a system with novel but untested materials

Answer 21

B. An engineer consults for two competitors without disclosing

Question 22

The principle of lifelong learning in engineering ethics requires:
A. Regular renewal of licenses
B. Pursuing advanced degrees
C. Continuing professional development (CPD) as part of maintaining competence
D. Joining an academic institution

Answer 22

C. Continuing professional development (CPD) as part of maintaining competence

Question 23

Under the Code, which of the following is considered a just cause for license suspension?
A. Minor reporting delays
B. Expressing a controversial opinion
C. Gross negligence resulting in harm
D. Refusal to work overtime

Answer 23

C. Gross negligence resulting in harm

Question 24

When an engineer identifies falsified data in a report used in a regulatory submission, they must:
A. Ignore it if not their responsibility
B. Inform only their direct superior
C. Take steps to correct or report the falsehood
D. Wait until a formal audit is initiated

Answer 24

C. Take steps to correct or report the falsehood

Question 25

Engineers may express public opinions related to the profession only if: A. It aligns with the employer’s stance B. They are registered voters C. They possess adequate knowledge and disclose conflicts D. It’s required by media requests

Answer 25

C. They possess adequate knowledge and disclose conflicts

Question 26

A peer-reviewed paper published by a chemical engineer contains plagiarized text. What ethical principles are breached? A. Integrity and public interest B. Confidentiality and loyalty C. Independence and courage D. Sustainability and transparency

Answer 26

A. Integrity and public interest

Question 27

Which of the following accurately applies the engineer’s obligation to the environment? A. Prioritize production over emissions limits B. Apply sustainability only in academic contexts C. Promote designs that minimize environmental harm D. Ignore environmental risks if the law permits it

Answer 27

C. Promote designs that minimize environmental harm

Question 28

An engineer fails to report a known violation because it might hurt a friend's reputation. This is: A. Ethically acceptable under loyalty B. A breach of the duty to the profession and public C. Permissible under confidentiality D. A minor lapse with no penalty

Answer 28

B. A breach of the duty to the profession and public

Question 29

The professional seal of a chemical engineer must: A. Be used for all documents, including drafts B. Be affixed only to documents under direct responsibility C. Be shared with engineering aides D. Not be required in public works

Answer 29

B. Be affixed only to documents under direct responsibility

Question 30

Advertising engineering services is ethical only when: A. It’s aggressive and includes guarantees B. Based on factual, objective qualifications C. Funded by a third party D. Focused on discrediting competitors

Answer 30

B. Based on factual, objective qualifications

Question 31

A chemical engineer provides technical advice on social media without disclaimers. This could: A. Be considered educational outreach B. Be unethical if it leads to public misunderstanding C. Be permitted under freedom of expression D. Be irrelevant to ethics

Answer 31

B. Be unethical if it leads to public misunderstanding

Question 32

Which of the following practices is most aligned with engineering ethics in resource management? A. Maximizing material use regardless of cost B. Overengineering systems as a safety margin C. Minimizing waste and promoting efficiency D. Avoiding innovation due to risks

Answer 32

C. Minimizing waste and promoting efficiency

Question 33

Under ethical guidelines, chemical engineers must disclose compensation: A. Only to government agencies B. Whenever paid by multiple parties for related services C. If compensation exceeds standard rates D. Only when questioned

Answer 33

B. Whenever paid by multiple parties for related services

Question 34

A foreign national practicing chemical engineering in the Philippines without PRC license: A. Must only register with immigration B. Is permitted under reciprocity agreements alone C. Is practicing illegally unless licensed locally D. Can work as long as they don’t sign documents

Answer 34

C. Is practicing illegally unless licensed locally

Question 35

A violation of the Code that endangers human life is considered: A. Minor misconduct B. Gross negligence and subject to severe sanctions C. A civil offense only D. An internal company issue

Answer 35

B. Gross negligence and subject to severe sanctions