Recently Spartans Inc. switched from using the FIFO method of process costing to the weighted- average method of process costing. When asked about the impact on profitability, Andrew, the chie accountant, shrugged and said "I don't know, I'm too busy. Look it up yourself." and hands you his calculations. Which, if any, ethical standards did Andrew violate? O Integrity - failure to mitigate conflicts of interest. O Credibility - failure to report any delays or deficiencies in information. O Confidentiality - failure to refrain from using information for an unethical advantage. Confidentiality - disclosure of confidential information without authorization or legal requirement.

Recently Spartans Inc. switched from using the FIFO method of process costing to the weighted- average method of process costing. When asked about the impact on profitability, Andrew, the chie accountant, shrugged and said "I don't know, I'm too busy. Look it up yourself." and hands you his calculations. Which, if any, ethical standards did Andrew violate? O Integrity - failure to mitigate conflicts of interest. O Credibility - failure to report any delays or deficiencies in information. O Confidentiality - failure to refrain from using information for an unethical advantage. Confidentiality - disclosure of confidential information without authorization or legal requirement.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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