Explain accountability and why it is important. Provide an example of accountability and identify and explain the type(s) of accountability used. Your example can be one from personal experience or something you have seen in the news. Describe transparency and explain why it is important to accountability. Include an example from current events to highlight the topic. Explain the concept of performance management and identify two challenges associated with it. Provide an example to help support your explanation. Your example can be one from personal experience or something you have seen in the news