Which of the Following Statements About the Federal FOIA Is

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the federal FOIA is true?

• A)Its exemptions are supposed to be construed narrowly
• B)It is the model for many states' open records laws
• C)Its exemptions are mandatory,rather than permissive or discretionary
• D)The precise interpretation of the exemptions is clearly stated in the law

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