How does the Code address conflicts of interest?

• A. It encourages private gain if disclosed.
• B. It has no stance on conflicts of interest.
• C. It allows conflicts if outcome is beneficial.
• D. It prevents using one’s position for private gain or to compromise professional duties.

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is that professional codes require you to avoid conflicts of interest and to prevent using your position for private gain or to compromise your duties. The Code upholds integrity, independence, and objectivity, so when a real or potential conflict appears, the appropriate response is to act to protect the profession and the public: disclose if required, but more importantly recuse yourself or remove yourself from the decision-making process to keep Judgment unbiased. Private gain or any action that would compromise professional duties is not permitted, even if disclosure occurs. This isn’t about allowing conflicts for a favorable outcome or about having no stance—the Code explicitly prevents using one's position for private gain and to undermine duties.