Step 1: Contextual Framework Pass (Facts)

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Facts:
Engineer A offers a homeowner inspection service, whereby he undertakes to perform an engineering inspection of residences by prospective purchasers.
Following the inspection, Engineer A renders a written report to the prospective purchaser.
Engineer A performed this service for a client (husband and wife) for a fee and prepared a one-page written report, concluding that the residence under consideration was in generally good condition requiring no major repairs, but noting several minor items needing attention.
Engineer A submitted his report to the client showing that a carbon copy was sent to the real estate firm handling the sale of the residence.
The client objected that such action prejudiced their interests by lessening their bargaining position with the owners of the residence.
They also complained that Engineer A acted unethically in submitting a copy of the report to any others who had not been a party to the agreement for the inspection services.