CAF-6 · Chapter 13 · Question 8 of 15
A major supplier offers the Chief Accountant of a company an expensive all-expenses-paid holiday. The accountant is currently negotiating contract renewal with this supplier. Which threats are most likely created here?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) Self-interest and Familiarity threats
Explanation
Accepting significant gifts creates a self-interest threat (financial gain) and a familiarity threat (becoming too sympathetic to the supplier's interests).
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