Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) — Question 65

Which of the following describes a user’s “right to be forgotten”?

Answer options

• A. The data is being used to comply with legal obligations or the public interest.
• B. The data is no longer required for the purpose originally collected.
• C. The individual objects despite legitimate grounds for processing.
• D. The individual’s legal residence status has recently changed.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because the 'right to be forgotten' allows for data retention only when it is necessary for legal obligations or public interest. Options B, C, and D do not accurately reflect this right as they pertain to different conditions regarding data processing and user consent.