Sherry,a 12-Year-Old,visited a Website That Wanted to Know Her Family

question 25

Multiple Choice

Sherry,a 12-year-old,visited a website that wanted to know her family size,her parents' educational level,and her weekly allowance.The site also asked Sherry's name,mailing and e-mail addresses,and age.

• A)Under COPPA, the website must disclose how it will use the information it acquires from Sherry.
• B)COPPA prohibits the Internet operator from collecting such information under any circumstances.
• C)COPPA does not apply to Sherry's situation since she is over the age limit for those protected by the statute.
• D)Under COPPA, the website may only collect information about Sherry's name and e-mail address.

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