Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States (CIPP/US) — Question 56

What was unique about the action that the Federal Trade Commission took against B.J.’s Wholesale Club in 2005?

Answer options

• A. It made third-party audits a penalty for policy violations.
• B. It was based on matters of fairness rather than deception.
• C. It was the first substantial U.S.-EU Safe Harbor enforcement.
• D. It made user consent mandatory after any revisions of policy.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, highlights that the FTC imposed third-party audits as a consequence for violations, which was a significant step in enforcement. Options B and C do not accurately reflect the nature of the action taken, as they address fairness and international enforcement rather than the specific penalty imposed. Option D, while relevant to policy changes, does not capture the unique aspect of third-party audits being a penalty.