9706 · 3.2.2
Ethical Considerations — FAQ
Frequently asked questions for 9706 Ethical Considerations. Direct answers first, then deeper explanation — then practise with marking.
What is the main difference between Integrity and Objectivity?
Integrity is about being honest and truthful in your actions and communications. It's an internal moral compass. Objectivity is about ensuring your professional judgements are not compromised by external pressures, bias, or conflicts of interest. You can be an honest person (integrity) but still have your judgement swayed by a close relationship with a client (lack of objectivity).
How are ethics questions tested in Paper 3?
Ethics questions in Paper 3 are typically not long, standalone questions. They are more likely to be integrated into a larger question as a short, written part (e.g., 4-6 marks). You might be given a brief scenario related to the main question's context and asked to 'advise' a person or 'discuss' the ethical implications. Use the five principles as your framework to score well.