Question 9Abner Flome, CFA, is writing a research report on Paulsen Group, an investment a
Question 9
Abner Flome, CFA, is writing a research report on Paulsen Group, an investment advisory firm. Abner’s brother-in-law holds shares of Paulsen and Abner has recently interviewed for a position with Paulsen and expects a second interview. According to the Standards, Abner’s most appropriate action is to disclose:
A.his brother-in-law’s holding of Paulsen and the job offer to his supervisor and in the research report if he writes it.
B.his brother-in-law’s holding of Paulsen to his supervisor and in the research report if he writes it.
C.neither his brother-in-law’s holdings nor the job offer to his supervisor or in the report if he writes it.
D.the fact that he is being considered for a job at Paulsen to his supervisor and in the research report if he writes it.