FE TEO 200

Which probability distribution is appropriate for modeling the number of successes in a fixed number of trials?

• Binomial distribution
• Normal distribution
• Poisson distribution
• Exponential distribution

Answer explanation

The binomial distribution is widely used in statistics to model the number of successes in a fixed number of trials.

A data set has a mean of 50 and a standard deviation of 5. If a value of 60 is added to the data set, what happens to the mean?

• Increases
• Decreases
• Stays the same
• Cannot be determined

Answer explanation

Adding a value higher than the mean increases the overall mean of the data set.

Which of the following societies is known for its focus on civil engineering and its standards for professional practice?

• IEEE
• ASCE
• NSPE
• AIChE

Answer explanation

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) focuses on civil engineering and sets standards for professional practice.

Which document contains the NCEES Rules of Professional Conduct?

• The Engineering Standards Manual.
• The Model Rules.
• The National Ethics Guide.
• The Professional Conduct Manual.

Answer explanation

The NCEES Rules of Professional Conduct are found in Section 240 of The Model Rules, providing ethical guidelines for engineers.

Which statement correctly describes a similarity between the ASCE and NSPE codes of ethics?

• Both emphasize the importance of financial gain in engineering decisions.
• Both stress the need for public welfare and safety in engineering practice.
• Both prioritize the interests of private corporations over public interests.
• Both codes do not address issues of environmental impact.

Answer explanation

Both the ASCE and NSPE codes of ethics stress the importance of public welfare and safety in engineering practice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.9

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.3.9

CCSS.RL. 6.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

What type of issues arise when terms in the code of ethics are not clearly defined?

• Ethical dilemmas.
• Conceptual issues.
• Technical issues.
• Regulatory issues.

Answer explanation

Conceptual issues occur when definitions of terms in the code, such as "valuable consideration" or "adequate knowledge," are disputed.

What should an engineer do if they discover a potential hazard in a project they are working on?

• Keep it confidential to avoid panic
• Report the hazard to their supervisor and take steps to mitigate it
• Follow the overruling instructions without question
• Seek advice from colleagues

Answer explanation

Engineers have a duty to report hazards and take appropriate actions to mitigate them, ensuring the safety and welfare of the public.

Which term describes a professional’s failure to meet the standard of care, resulting in harm or damage?

• Risk assessment
• Negligence
• Risk management
• Liability

Answer explanation

Negligence describes a professional’s failure to meet the standard of care, resulting in harm or damage.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.3

What is professional liability insurance primarily used for in engineering practice?

• To cover personal health expenses
• To protect against claims of negligence or errors in professional services
• To ensure engineering projects against natural disasters
• To cover the costs of engineering software

Answer explanation

Professional liability insurance is used to protect against claims of negligence or errors in professional services.

If an engineer makes an error in their design that leads to a building collapse, what type of liability are they most likely facing?

• Criminal liability
• Strict liability
• Professional liability
• Vicarious liability

Answer explanation

They are most likely facing Professional liability.