Question

Match the ethical scenarios with the ethical standards. Then, choose whether the actions were ethical or unethical. Assume that each person was a federal employee or official.

Hunter delayed action on a request by an opponent of the official who had appointed him. Hunter justified it as the natural consequence of losing an election.

What was the ethical standard, and what was the action?

A. Ethical

B. Confidentiality

C. Outside employment

D. Impartiality

E. Acting as an agent on behalf of Another in Court

F. Unethical

G. Conflict of Interest

H. Bribery

Answer 1

The ethical standard is D. Impartiality. The action is F. Unethical. Hunter's actions of delaying action on a request by an opponent of the official who had appointed him were unethical, as they violated the ethical standard of impartiality. As a federal employee or official, Hunter had a duty to remain impartial and not allow personal bias to influence his decisions or actions. By delaying action on the request, Hunter was not acting in a fair and impartial manner. Instead, he was allowing his personal bias against the opponent of the official who had appointed him to influence his actions. This behavior is not acceptable for a federal employee or official, and it undermines the integrity of the government. Therefore, Hunter's actions were unethical and not in line with the ethical standards expected of federal employees and officials.