Which Statement Is True Concerning Privacy in the U

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true concerning privacy in the U.S.?

• A) a great deal of legislation that purports to offer some privacy protection
• B) there are not laws concerning legal rights to privacy
• C) a government agency is allowed to gather information for one purpose and use it for another purpose
• D) the federal protection of private healthcare information is not a concern of the government because of the need to learn more about the effectiveness of pharmaceuticals

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Definitions:

Fiscal Year

A 12-month period used for accounting purposes and preparing financial statements that may not align with the calendar year.

Fiscal Year

A one-year period used by governments and businesses for accounting and budget purposes, which may not coincide with the calendar year.

Budget Deficit

The financial situation in which expenditures exceed revenue over a specific period, leading to a shortfall that must be financed through borrowing.

Federal Outlays

Government expenditures, including spending on goods and services, transfer payments, and interest on debt.