Which of the following describes responsibilities found in the professional code of ethics?

• A. Being loyal to employer and co-workers, being fair and courteous to your co-workers, showing respect for the feelings and rights of others
• B. Following orders without question
• C. Pursuing personal gain
• D. Evading accountability

Answer: (A)

In professional ethics, how you treat others at work and how you conduct yourself matters as much as your technical skills. Being loyal to your employer and co-workers, being fair and courteous to your co-workers, and showing respect for the feelings and rights of others embodies the kind of professional behavior that codes of ethics require. This combo supports trust, collaboration, and integrity in the workplace, which are central to ethical practice.

The other behaviors clash with those standards. Following orders without question can ignore ethical considerations or legality when instructions are wrong. Pursuing personal gain and evading accountability undermine honesty and responsibility, which are essential to professional conduct.