Question

Choose the correct option in terms of Issues related to professional responsibility

(a) Confidentiality

(b) Intellectual property rights

(c) Both Confidentiality & Intellectual property rights

(d) Managing Client Relationships

This question was addressed to me during an interview.

This interesting question is from Software Engineering Ethics in section Software Engineering Basics of Software Engineering

Answer 1

Correct answer is (c) Both Confidentiality & Intellectual property rights

The best I can explain: Engineers should normally respect the confidentiality of their employers or clients irrespective of whether or not a formal confidentiality agreement has been signed.

They should be aware of local laws governing the use of intellectual property such  as patents, copyright, etc.