What is the importance of ethics in the Army Profession and Ethic?

• A. Ethics are optional for civilian staff.
• B. It aligns civilian conduct with Army values, fosters trust, and supports accountability and mission readiness.
• C. It only applies to combat operations.
• D. It is not relevant to civilian employees.

Answer: (B)

Ethics in the Army Profession and Ethic means that every member, including civilians, should act in a way that reflects Army values. When civilian staff conduct themselves accordingly, trust is built with the public, leaders, and fellow service members, and accountability becomes a clear norm. That combination supports mission readiness because ethical decisions reduce risk, maintain cohesion, and preserve the Army’s legitimacy in its operations. The other statements mischaracterize ethics: it isn’t optional for civilian staff, it isn’t limited to combat, and it isn’t irrelevant to civilian employees.