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Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph, then choose the correct order: (1) The proper course is to disclose the relationship and inhibit from the evaluation. (2) Doing so protects both the integrity of the process and the official's reputation. (3) A conflict of interest arises when personal interests could influence official duties. (4) Consider an official who evaluates bids for a project. (5) If a relative owns one of the bidding companies, the official's judgment may be questioned.

4-3-5-1-2
2-4-5-1-3
3-4-5-1-2
2-1-5-4-3

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C. 3-4-5-1-2

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The correct order is 3-4-5-1-2: A conflict of interest arises when personal interests could influence official duties. Consider an official who evaluates bids for a project. If a relative owns one of the bidding companies, the official's judgment may be questioned. The proper course is to disclose the relationship and inhibit from the evaluation. Doing so protects both the integrity of the process and the official's reputation.

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