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Ethics in public administration
Contributed by: Brennan
  • 1. Which principle emphasizes that public officials should act in the best interest of the community?
A) Confidentiality Principle
B) Rule of Law
C) Hierarchy Principle
D) Public Interest Principle
  • 2. What does it mean to exercise discretion in public administration?
A) Making decisions within legal and ethical boundaries
B) Favoring personal connections
C) Acting solely for financial gain
D) Ignoring public opinion
  • 3. What should public administrators do to address conflicts of interest?
A) Recuse themselves from decision-making
B) Ignore the conflicts
C) Exploit the conflicts for personal gain
D) Disclose the conflicts to a select few
  • 4. What does it mean for public administrators to promote accountability?
A) Hiding information from the public
B) Taking responsibility for their actions
C) Avoiding public scrutiny
D) Blaming others for mistakes
  • 5. Why is it important for public administrators to act with integrity?
A) To gain personal favors
B) To limit public participation
C) To avoid accountability
D) To uphold public trust and confidence
  • 6. What ethical principle guides public administrators to involve citizens in decision-making processes?
A) Participation Principle
B) Confidentiality Principle
C) Efficiency Principle
D) Hierarchy Principle
  • 7. How can public administrators demonstrate accountability?
A) Blaming others for mistakes
B) Avoiding public scrutiny
C) Hiding information from the public
D) Accepting responsibility for their actions
  • 8. Why should public administrators strive for openness and honesty?
A) To minimize transparency
B) To build public trust and credibility
C) To manipulate public opinion
D) To secure personal advantages
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