BCS PDP9 Exam - Topic 8 Question 8 Discussion

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Question #: 8
Topic #: 8

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Article 9(2)(c) of UK GDPR condition of processing special category data in the vital interests of the data subject is only applicable in which of the following circumstances:

AWhen another lawful basis applies.

BWhen a data subject is incapacitated

CWhen the data subject is physically unable to be present

DWhen the data subject refuses to consent

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Suggested Answer: B

Article 9(2) of UK GDPR allows the processing of special category data when it is necessary to protect the vital interests of the data subject or of another natural person where the data subject is physically or legally incapable of giving consent. This means that the data subject is unable to exercise their right to consent or object to the processing, either because they are unconscious, in a coma, suffering from a severe mental disorder, or otherwise unable to communicate their wishes. This condition is intended to cover emergency situations, such as life-threatening medical interventions, where the data subject's consent cannot be obtained in time. It does not apply when another lawful basis applies, when the data subject is physically absent but still capable of giving consent, or when the data subject refuses to consent.Reference:

Article 9(2) of UK GDPR1

ICO guidance on special category data2

by Carlee at Feb 10, 2024, 06:40 PM

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Graham

3 months ago

C seems plausible, but B is definitely the best fit here.

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Paris

4 months ago

Wait, so if they refuse consent, it doesn't apply? That's surprising!

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Diego

4 months ago

I thought it could be A too, but B makes more sense.

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Rosenda

4 months ago

Totally agree, B is the right choice!

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Yolando

4 months ago

It's B! Incapacitated data subjects are the key.

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Sylvia

4 months ago

I don't think option D is right because refusing consent doesn't automatically mean you can process their data under vital interests.

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Margery

5 months ago

I feel like option C could also be relevant, but I can't recall if being physically unable to be present is enough on its own.

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Hector

5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about needing another lawful basis for processing special category data, which could point to option A.

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Janine

5 months ago

I think option B might be correct since it relates to situations where the data subject can't make decisions for themselves.

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Shawn

5 months ago

I've got a strategy - I'll eliminate the options that don't seem quite right, then focus in on the most likely answer.

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Charlene

5 months ago

I'm a bit confused by the wording of the options. I'll need to re-read the question a few times to make sure I understand it fully.

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Stefany

5 months ago

Okay, let me think this through step-by-step. The key is understanding when that specific condition for processing special category data applies.

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James

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about the specifics of Article 9(2)(c) of the UK GDPR. I'll need to review that section carefully.

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Walker

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward, I think I can handle it.

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Beckie

5 months ago

Okay, let's see. The question is asking about collecting data, so I'm thinking either Workflow or Process Builder would be the best options here.

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Ressie

5 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The question is asking which type of crime against businesses would be the exception to the general rule that local law enforcement has little effect. Based on the options provided, I'd say employee theft or embezzlement would be the exceptions, since those are internal crimes that local law enforcement would likely be more involved in investigating.

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Anna

5 months ago

Wait, is this asking about HTML5 and CSS3 specifically? I'm a little confused, I was thinking this was more of a general web design question. I'll have to re-read the question and options carefully.

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