A spring checkup.(ethics test for local government managers)

From: Public Management | Date: May 1, 2008| Author: Kellar, Elizabeth | Copyright information

Some ethics issues come up frequently in the life of a local government manager. Check your ethics knowledge by taking this quick quiz.

1. The former president of the downtown merchants' association is a CPA and wants to expand her business. The city manager was pleased with the work she did for him and wants to be supportive. What can the city manager do?

A. Write a letter of recommendation.

B. Offer to serve as a reference.

C. Provide...

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