Question

Under the IMA's standards of ethical practice, an accounting professional can consider informing authorities or individuals not employed by the organization when an ethical dilemma occurs about an accounting or financial reporting matter that remains unresolved if he/she:A. Believes there is a clear violation of the lawB. Contacts his/her immediate superior who says to forget about the matterC. Informs the external auditors who tell him/her to inform the appropriate authoritiesD. Believes there has been an ethical violation

Answer 1

Answer: Believes there has been an ethical violation

Explanation: IMA's overarching ethical principles include: Honesty, Fairness, Objectivity, and Responsibility. Members shall act in accordance with these principles and shall encourage others within their organizations to adhere to them. A member's failure to comply with the following standards may result in disciplinary action.