If Embarrassing Information Is Taken from a Public File or Record

question 228

Multiple Choice

If embarrassing information is taken from a public file or record and published:

• A) it is not a violation of the right to privacy
• B) it is not an assault
• C) it is a violation of the right to privacy
• D) it is a violation of the right to privacy only if the person does not know the file exists
• E) it is a violation of the right to privacy only if the person publishing the information benefits monetarily

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A psychological theory that describes the motivational force behind choices individuals make, depending on their expectations of the outcome and the value they place on that outcome.

Self-Motivation

The ability to initiate and continue actions or tasks without external encouragement or pressure.

Training

An educational process that aims to enhance skills, knowledge, and competencies for a specific purpose or job.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that an individual's behavior is determined by their expected outcomes and the attractiveness of those outcomes.