American Planning Association Exam AICP Topic 4 Question 78 Discussion

Actual exam question for American Planning Association's AICP exam

Question #: 78
Topic #: 4

Which of the principles of the AICP Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct are applicable to instances of sexual harassment?

I) A planner must not commit a deliberately wrongful act, which reflects adversely on the planner's professional fitness.

II) A planner must respect the rights of others and, must not improperly discriminate against persons.

III) A planner must have special concern for the long-range consequences of present action.

AI and II

BI, II, and III

CI and III

DII and III

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Suggested Answer: A

See Ethical Principles 1, 3; Rule of Conduct 20. Having special concern for the long-range consequences of present actions per Ethical Principle 1 refers to the consequences of planning decisions, not to individual behavior.

by Tonette at Jun 20, 2024, 02:59 PM

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Oretha

4 months ago

A) I and II, for sure. Sexual harassment is just plain wrong, no matter how you slice it. It's like they say, 'Don't dip your pen in the company ink, unless you want to get canceled.'

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Ronnie

2 months ago

C) I and III. Committing a deliberately wrongful act reflects poorly on our professional fitness.

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Lili

2 months ago

B) I, II, and III. We should always consider the long-term consequences of our actions.

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Cathern

3 months ago

A) I and II, definitely. It's important to respect others and not discriminate.

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Domingo

3 months ago

C) I and III. Committing a deliberately wrongful act reflects poorly on our professional fitness.

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Gearldine

3 months ago

B) I, II, and III. We should always consider the long-term consequences of our actions.

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Maryann

4 months ago

A) I and II, definitely. It's important to respect others and not discriminate.

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Sheron

4 months ago

Haha, this question is a real doozy. I'd go with D) II and III, just to be different. Who needs ethics when you've got charm, am I right?

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Lindy

3 months ago

True, but it's always best to err on the side of caution when it comes to ethics.

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Paulene

3 months ago

I'm sticking with D) II and III. Charm can only get you so far in the professional world.

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Kindra

3 months ago

I agree, it's crucial to respect the rights of others and consider long-term consequences.

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Marvel

4 months ago

I think I'll go with B) I, II, and III. Ethics are important in all aspects of planning.

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Antonio

5 months ago

B) I, II, and III seems like the right choice to me. Sexual harassment can have long-term impacts on the profession, so all three principles apply.

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Flo

5 months ago

I think the correct answer is A) I and II. Sexual harassment is a clear violation of a planner's professional conduct, and it also involves improperly discriminating against persons. The long-range consequences are less relevant here.

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Izetta

4 months ago

I agree, A) I and II are the applicable principles to instances of sexual harassment. It's important to respect the rights of others and not commit deliberately wrongful acts.

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