Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States (CIPP/US) — Question 96

Which of the following best describes the ASIA-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) principles?

Answer options

• A. A bill of rights for individuals seeking access to their personal information.
• B. A code of responsibilities for medical establishments to uphold privacy laws.
• C. An international court ruling on personal information held in the commercial sector.
• D. A baseline of marketers’ minimum responsibilities for providing opt-out mechanisms.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, accurately describes the APEC principles as they emphasize individual rights regarding personal information. The other options do not align with APEC's focus on privacy rights; option B pertains to medical establishments, C refers to court rulings, and D relates to marketing responsibilities, all of which are not central to APEC's framework.