Which of the following ethical issues is/are pertinent in developing an approach?
A) Proprietary models and approaches developed by a research firm are the property of that firm and should not be reused by the client in subsequent studies without the permission of the research firm.
B) When a client solicits proposals,not with the intent of subcontracting the research,but with the intent of gaining the expertise of research firms without pay,an ethical breach has occurred.
C) The research firm has the ethical obligation to develop an appropriate approach.
D) All of the issues are pertinent.

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All of these issues are pertinent in developing an approach. The ethical propriety of reusing proprietary models, the ethical breach that can occur when firms solicit proposals without the intent of paying for services, and the ethical obligation of research firms to develop appropriate approaches must all be considered. Ignoring any one of these ethical issues could result in harmful consequences to all parties involved.

Which of the Following Ethical Issues Is/are Pertinent in Developing