JAIIB Paper 2 Module D Quiz 5

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Question 1 of 20

1. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. What is the most appropriate response?
- Apply the relevant ethical standard, verify facts and escalate through authorised channels
- Treat the code of ethics as optional guidance
- Prioritise personal benefit over the customer
- Use an unapproved workaround to save time
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

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Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 2 of 20

2. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. Which safeguard would most directly address the issue?
- Punish the reporter before checking evidence
- Use clear policy, appropriate approval, independent oversight and an auditable record
- Conceal the issue to protect reputation
- Assume the technology or vendor is responsible for every outcome
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 3 of 20

3. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. What is the principal ethical risk?
- Follow the request because seniority overrides policy
- Proceed because no one is likely to notice
- The conduct may undermine fairness, trust, accountability or the rights of affected stakeholders
- Keep the matter informal and undocumented
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 4 of 20

4. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. Which conclusion is most defensible?
- Assume routine practice is automatically acceptable
- Ignore the issue unless a complaint is received
- Choose the option that maximises immediate revenue
- A profitable or convenient outcome does not justify deception or bypassing applicable safeguards
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

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Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 5 of 20

5. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. What should management do to reduce recurrence?
- Investigate root causes, remediate harm and strengthen training, incentives or controls
- Share the information widely to obtain opinions
- Change the records to avoid embarrassment
- Wait until an external auditor discovers it
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 6 of 20

6. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. Which principle is most directly relevant?
- Treat the code of ethics as optional guidance
- Integrity, fairness, transparency and accountability should guide the decision
- Prioritise personal benefit over the customer
- Use an unapproved workaround to save time
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 7 of 20

7. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. What should the employee do if pressure continues?
- Conceal the issue to protect reputation
- Punish the reporter before checking evidence
- Document the concern and use the next appropriate compliance, risk or whistleblowing channel
- Assume the technology or vendor is responsible for every outcome
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 8 of 20

8. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. Which statement best reflects professional responsibility?
- Keep the matter informal and undocumented
- Proceed because no one is likely to notice
- Follow the request because seniority overrides policy
- The employee remains responsible for following law and policy even when a superior applies pressure
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 9 of 20

9. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. What is the strongest evidence of a healthy ethical culture?
- Concerns are assessed fairly, reporters are protected and corrective actions are tracked
- Ignore the issue unless a complaint is received
- Choose the option that maximises immediate revenue
- Assume routine practice is automatically acceptable
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 10 of 20

10. Question
two important duties appear to conflict in a difficult case. Which approach best protects stakeholder trust?
- Share the information widely to obtain opinions
- Communicate accurately, treat people fairly and address problems transparently
- Change the records to avoid embarrassment
- Wait until an external auditor discovers it
Correct

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Ethical dilemmas and decision framework. Key concept: Establish facts, identify stakeholders and duties, compare options, decide, document and review. A structured framework makes difficult decisions more consistent and defensible. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to clarify facts, assess options and impacts, consult when needed, then document the rationale. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 11 of 20

11. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. What is the most appropriate response?
- Assume the technology or vendor is responsible for every outcome
- Punish the reporter before checking evidence
- Conceal the issue to protect reputation
- Apply the relevant ethical standard, verify facts and escalate through authorised channels
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 12 of 20

12. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. Which safeguard would most directly address the issue?
- Use clear policy, appropriate approval, independent oversight and an auditable record
- Proceed because no one is likely to notice
- Follow the request because seniority overrides policy
- Keep the matter informal and undocumented
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 13 of 20

13. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. What is the principal ethical risk?
- Ignore the issue unless a complaint is received
- The conduct may undermine fairness, trust, accountability or the rights of affected stakeholders
- Choose the option that maximises immediate revenue
- Assume routine practice is automatically acceptable
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 14 of 20

14. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. Which conclusion is most defensible?
- Change the records to avoid embarrassment
- Share the information widely to obtain opinions
- A profitable or convenient outcome does not justify deception or bypassing applicable safeguards
- Wait until an external auditor discovers it
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 15 of 20

15. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. What should management do to reduce recurrence?
- Use an unapproved workaround to save time
- Treat the code of ethics as optional guidance
- Prioritise personal benefit over the customer
- Investigate root causes, remediate harm and strengthen training, incentives or controls
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 16 of 20

16. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. Which principle is most directly relevant?
- Integrity, fairness, transparency and accountability should guide the decision
- Punish the reporter before checking evidence
- Conceal the issue to protect reputation
- Assume the technology or vendor is responsible for every outcome
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 17 of 20

17. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. What should the employee do if pressure continues?
- Proceed because no one is likely to notice
- Document the concern and use the next appropriate compliance, risk or whistleblowing channel
- Follow the request because seniority overrides policy
- Keep the matter informal and undocumented
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 18 of 20

18. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. Which statement best reflects professional responsibility?
- Choose the option that maximises immediate revenue
- Ignore the issue unless a complaint is received
- The employee remains responsible for following law and policy even when a superior applies pressure
- Assume routine practice is automatically acceptable
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 19 of 20

19. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. What is the strongest evidence of a healthy ethical culture?
- Wait until an external auditor discovers it
- Share the information widely to obtain opinions
- Change the records to avoid embarrassment
- Concerns are assessed fairly, reporters are protected and corrective actions are tracked
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.
Question 20 of 20

20. Question
an employee uses confidential price-sensitive information for personal securities trading. Which approach best protects stakeholder trust?
- Communicate accurately, treat people fairly and address problems transparently
- Treat the code of ethics as optional guidance
- Prioritise personal benefit over the customer
- Use an unapproved workaround to save time
Correct

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Incorrect

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.

Unattempted

Topic: Abuse of position and insider information. Key concept: Using official access only for authorised purposes and protecting non-public information. Misuse of material non-public information can be unethical and may breach applicable securities law. In this scenario, the appropriate action is to do not trade or disclose the information and follow compliance restrictions. The other options are inappropriate because they rely on concealment, improper pressure, unsupported assumptions or failure to use the bank’s authorised process.