#1
Which of the following is a key principle of ethics in government procurement?
Transparency
Maximizing profits
Ignoring stakeholder interests
Exclusivity
#2
What is the primary aim of ethical considerations in contractor procurement?
To minimize competition
To ensure fairness and integrity
To favor personal connections
To maximize expenses
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common ethical issue in government procurement?
Bribery
Conflict of interest
Transparency
Favoritism
#4
What role does accountability play in ethical government procurement practices?
It ensures decisions are made arbitrarily
It holds individuals responsible for their actions
It encourages opacity in the procurement process
It promotes favoritism
#5
What is the term for the practice of awarding government contracts based on personal relationships rather than merit?
Transparency
Nepotism
Fairness
Accountability
#6
Which of the following is an example of a conflict of interest in government procurement?
Being transparent about decision-making
Awarding a contract to a family member's company
Seeking advice from stakeholders
Following procurement guidelines
#7
In government procurement, what does 'conflict of interest' typically refer to?
Acting in the best interest of stakeholders
Fulfilling contractual obligations
Engaging in activities that may impair impartiality
Safeguarding government secrets
#8
Which ethical theory emphasizes the importance of adhering to rules and duties in government procurement?
Utilitarianism
Virtue ethics
Deontological ethics
Consequentialism
#9
Which ethical principle suggests that every individual involved in procurement should be treated with fairness and impartiality?
Fairness doctrine
Equality principle
Justice
Impartiality standard
#10
What is the term for a situation where a contractor has access to non-public information and uses it for personal gain?
Bribery
Kickback
Insider trading
Conflict of interest
#11
What is the primary purpose of ethical guidelines in contractor procurement?
To limit competition
To maximize profits
To ensure fairness and integrity
To prioritize personal interests
#12
Which of the following ethical theories focuses on the consequences of actions to determine their morality?
Utilitarianism
Deontological ethics
Virtue ethics
Contractarianism
#13
What is the purpose of a 'Code of Conduct' in government procurement?
To restrict access to contracts
To ensure compliance with ethical standards
To limit competition
To maximize profits
#14
Why is it important for government procurement officers to avoid favoritism?
To encourage competition
To ensure fairness and integrity
To minimize transparency
To maximize personal connections
#15
What is the role of oversight bodies in ensuring ethical procurement practices?
To encourage favoritism
To promote opacity in decision-making
To monitor and enforce compliance with regulations
To minimize accountability
#16
How can government procurement officers avoid conflicts of interest?
By awarding contracts based on personal connections
By disclosing potential conflicts and recusing themselves from decision-making
By accepting gifts from contractors
By prioritizing profits over fairness
#17
How can conflicts of interest be mitigated in government procurement?
By ignoring potential conflicts
By implementing transparent processes and oversight mechanisms
By favoring personal connections
By maximizing profits