Identify a situation that could usually lead to a conflict of interest.
A)A manager has to choose between two of his best employees for the post of assistant manager.
B)A sales supervisor has to allocate targets to her team members, based on revenue generation probability per region.
C)A market analyst is asked to create a comparative growth forecast for four firms in an industry.
D)A purchase manager in a company runs an operation that produces the raw materials required by the company.

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The purchase manager running an operation that produces the raw materials required by the company could lead to a conflict of interest as they may prioritize their own operation over purchasing from an outside supplier, even if it may not be in the best interest of the company.

Identify a Situation That Could Usually Lead to a Conflict