PHR Question #21: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is C. 1974. This question tests knowledge of the Privacy Act of 1974, which governs how organizations must handle personally identifiable information collected from individuals.

Question

John's organization has collected several applications for an employment position within his organization. The data collected from these applications must be kept secure and private, especially in light of the Privacy Act of what year?

Options

A1964
B1968
C1974
D2007

Explanation

This question tests knowledge of the Privacy Act of 1974, which governs how organizations must handle personally identifiable information collected from individuals.

Common mistakes.

A. 1964 is the year of the Civil Rights Act, not a privacy-focused legislation.
B. 1968 corresponds to the Fair Housing Act, which addresses housing discrimination, not data privacy.
D. 2007 is not associated with a major U.S. federal privacy statute relevant to employment records.

Concept tested. Privacy Act of 1974 and employee data protection

Reference. https://www.justice.gov/opcl/privacy-act-1974

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