When a behavior analyst's misunderstanding or lack of awareness of a code element is alleged, which statement is true?

When a behavior analyst's misunderstanding or lack of awareness of a code element is alleged, which statement is true?

• A. It is not a defense against an ethics violation
• B. It is irrelevant to ethics violations
• C. It could be considered mitigating evidence in sanctions
• D. It is a defense to an ethics violation

Answer: (A)