Jonathan is the payroll accountant for Terraﬁrm Company. The company has experienced a rise in business that has increased Jonathan's workload to more than double his original amount. Because of the business increase, he has not been able to engage in the continuing professional education (CPE) that his payroll certiﬁcation requires. When asked by his employer, Jonathan claims to be current with his CPE. According to the AICPA Code of Ethics, which of the following most closely describes the principle that Jonathan has violated?

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Jonathan has violated the principle of Professional Competence and Due Care by failing to engage in the continuing professional education (CPE) that his payroll certification requires.

Jonathan Is the Payroll Accountant for Terraﬁrm Company