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A public servant discovers a minor procedural error in a completed report that does not affect factual data or conclusions. What should they do?
Even minor errors should be handled with transparency. Informing a supervisor allows for a consistent approach to quality control and record-keeping.
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Question: A public servant discovers a minor procedural error in a completed report that does not affect factual data or conclusions. What should they do?
Answer options:
- Ignore it since it's minor and the report is already completed.
- Immediately recall all copies of the report for correction. ✅ Inform their supervisor and ask for guidance on whether correction is necessary.
- Correct it silently without informing anyone.
Correct answer: Inform their supervisor and ask for guidance on whether correction is necessary.
Explanation: Even minor errors should be handled with transparency. Informing a supervisor allows for a consistent approach to quality control and record-keeping.
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