Which of the following principles is a preventative principle?
A) Engineers shall avoid deceptive acts.
B) Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public.
C) Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
D) Engineers shall conduct themselves honorably, responsibly, ethically, and lawfully so as to enhance the honor, reputation, and usefulness of the profession.

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The principle that engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public is a preventative principle because it focuses on preventing harm before it occurs by prioritizing public safety and well-being in engineering decisions and actions.

Which of the Following Principles Is a Preventative Principle