PRC-3 · Chapter 6 · Question 26 of 68
While having lunch at a public restaurant, an auditor loudly discusses a client's severe financial difficulties with a friend. Which fundamental principle of professional ethics has the auditor violated?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) Confidentiality
Explanation
Confidentiality requires professionals to respect the secrecy of information acquired during their work and not disclose it without proper authorization.
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