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Emma Berkstein, CFA, utilizes third-party data for a company report without personally verifying its validity, relying instead on senior colleagues for due diligence. Jimmy Brooks, CFA, collaborates on an industry report with a positive outlook, despite disagreeing with the conclusion but retaining his name on the report. Has the Standard regarding diligence and reasonable basis most likely been violated?
A
No, as Berkstein relied on her senior colleagues' due diligence, and Brooks' inclusion in the report does not violate the Standard.
B
Yes, due to Brooks' actions.
C
Yes, due to Berkstein's actions.