You are browsing the Internet and find some units conversion software that may be useful in this course. You would like to download the software on your PC at school and use it in this course. What do you do?
a. Check with the Internet site to make sure this software is freeware for your use in this course.
b. Just download the software and use it because no one will know.
c. Download the software at home and bring it to school.
d. Never use software found on the Internet.

Assume that on the surface of the Earth, g = 9.81 m/s² = 32.2 ft/s² (i.e., each to three significant figures). Make sure you are reporting the solution to the proper number of significant figures.

Suggested method: Apply the Fundamental Canons and fill in an Engineering Ethics Matrix:

Options Canons Check for Just Download Never Use Freeware Download at Home Internet Software Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public. Perform services only in the area of your competence. Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner. Act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees. Avoid deceptive acts. Conduct themselves honorably.