For the following questions, determine if the situation is legal and if it is et

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For the following questions, determine if the situation is legal and if it is ethical.  For unethical situations, list at least oneprovision of the NSPE Code of Ethics that was violated. You may use online resources to determine if the situation is legal.

9)  Two engineers submitted bids to a prospective client for a design project.  The client tells Engineer A how much Engineer B bid and invites Engineer A to beat that amount.  Under what conditions could Engineer A legally and/or ethically submit a lower bid? (5 pts)

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RULES OF PRACTICE :
Engineers shall not reveal facts, data or information obtained in a professional capacity without the prior consent of the client or employer except as authorized or required by law or this Code.
This NPSE code is negleced.

It would be unfair and unethical for engineer A to submit another bid. Depending upon the regulating agency, it may also be illegal. He does not, however, have to remove himself from consideration for the project.

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