TexDOT decides to test another type of roadbed material for…

TexDOT decides to test another type of roadbed material for 18-wheeler use. Three companies submit material to be tested.  The scientists must devise a method that will test each material properly. The uncle of one of the scientists owns one of the companies. This is                   a.  A potential for bias                           b. A conflict of interest                       c. illegal                   d.  Not a problem                                   e.  A and B