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Question 10
An auditor discovers a non-conformance during an audit but is offered a gift by the auditee not to report it. What professional conduct principle is being tested in this situation?
- A Competence
- B Objectivity
- C Confidentiality
- D Independence
Reveal correct answer
Correct answer: B
Explanation
In this situation, the auditor is being tested on the principle of objectivity. An auditor must remain objective when evaluating audit evidence and deciding whether or not a non-conformance exists. Accepting gifts from the auditee in exchange for not reporting a non-conformance would compromise an auditor's objectivity and violate the ASQ Code of Conduct.Discussion
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