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Integrity in communication

publish date: 2026/05/28 07:21:48.093291 UTC

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Engineers must communicate honestly with clients, managers, and users, especially about risks, limitations, and progress.

Which action demonstrates ethical integrity?

Overstating progress to appear efficient

Providing accurate information about project status

Hiding delays to avoid criticism

Promising features that cannot be delivered

Providing accurate information about project status

Honest communication builds trust and ensures that decisions are based on accurate information, reducing the risk of project failure.

Software Engineering Ethics — Sommerville