What should the CAE recommend as the most appropriate course of action for the executive?

A senior executive at a government-owned organization received an invitation to attend a public exhibition where he can learn about new trucks relevant to the organization’s business. As a special perk, the executive is offered an opportunity to drive a luxury vehicle manufactured by one of the exhibiting companies. Prior to the event, the executive asked for the chief audit executive s (CAE’s) advice.

What should the CAE recommend as the most appropriate course of action for the executive?
A . Attend the event, but decline the offer to use the luxury vehicle
B. Decline the invitation to the exhibition.
C. Ask the board to decide on the issue.
D. Select a lower-level employee to enjoy the luxury vehicle instead

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Answer: A