The Privacy Act of 1974 Provides Protection for Individuals Against

question 40

Multiple Choice

The Privacy Act of 1974 provides protection for individuals against ________.

• A)records held by private companies
• B)records held by the U.S.government
• C)records held by banks and other financial institutions
• D)records held by medical organizations

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Definitions:

Control

In sociology, control refers to the mechanisms, strategies or institutions that regulate individuals' behavior within a society to maintain order and enforce norms.

Action Research

A type of research aimed at creating social change, in which the researcher works closely with members of a community who participate in the research process and collaborate toward the goal of social change.

Objectivity

The practice of maintaining neutrality and impartiality, avoiding bias and personal judgment, especially in research and reporting.

Methodological Approach

A systematic way of addressing problems or answering questions through specified procedures or techniques.