ACCA BT · Chapter 7 · Question 1 of 10
Which of the following is generally a principle of data protection legislation?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Personal data should be kept for no longer than is necessary for the purpose for which it was collected
Explanation
Data protection principles commonly include lawful and fair processing, purpose limitation, data minimisation, accuracy, storage limitation, and security, together with rights for individuals to access their data. Using data for any purpose, indefinite retention and denial of access all contradict these principles.
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