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Under PIPA or PIPEDA, what general principle must organizations follow when collecting personal information?

Both PIPA and PIPEDA emphasize the principle of 'limiting collection.' Organizations are generally required to collect only the personal information that is nec

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Question: Under PIPA or PIPEDA, what general principle must organizations follow when collecting personal information?

Answer options:

  • Collect as much information as possible for future use. ✅ Collect only the personal information that is reasonably required for an identified purpose.
  • Obtain verbal consent for all information collection, regardless of sensitivity.
  • Disclose all collected personal information to third parties without restriction.

Correct answer: Collect only the personal information that is reasonably required for an identified purpose.

Explanation: Both PIPA and PIPEDA emphasize the principle of 'limiting collection.' Organizations are generally required to collect only the personal information that is necessary for the purposes identified at the time of collection and for which consent has been obtained.

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