The text directly addresses this precise ethical dilemma by stating should we be conducting assessments and getting paid for working with our friends children no were trying to avoid doing relationships which were already in one here were trying to avoid conflicts of interest we need to try and refer this child out This highlights that the primary ethical concern is the preexisting dual relationship friendship and coworker between Waz and the potential clients parent While the text acknowledges that Wazs competence in child behavior is a necessary factor it strongly emphasizes that engaging in a professional behavior analytic relationship providing an FBA with an individual with whom an existing personal relationship already exists constitutes a dual relationship which is generally considered unethical Such relationships can lead to a loss of objectivity impaired judgment and potential exploitation The text also clarifies that exceptions eg no other qualified professional available are not indicated in this scenario Therefore the most ethically sound and appropriate action for Waz is to decline the FBA and provide a referral to another qualified behavior analyst adhering to the BACBs ethical principles regarding avoiding conflicts of interest and dual relationships