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Exin PDPF Exam - Topic 4 Question 79 Discussion

Actual exam question for Exin's PDPF exam
Question #: 79
Topic #: 4
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The GDPR refers to the principles of proportionality and subsidiarity. What is the meaning of subsidiarity in this context?

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Suggested Answer: A

Personal data can only be processed in accordance with the purpose specification. Incorrect. This is one of the legal limitations.

Personal data cannot be reused without explicit and informed consent. Incorrect. This is one of the legal limitations.

Personal data may only be processed when there are no other means to achieve the purposes. Correct. This is the definition of subsidiarity. (Literature: A, Chapter 3; GDPR Article 35(7))

Personal data must be adequate, relevant and not excessive in relation to the purposes. Incorrect. This is the definition of proportionality.


by Tuyet at Jan 22, 2025, 09:43 AM

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Ettie
3 months ago
Not sure if I get it, sounds a bit vague to me.
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Sarah
4 months ago
I think it’s more about ensuring local solutions are prioritized.
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Bok
4 months ago
Wait, isn’t that just common sense?
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Mindy
4 months ago
Totally agree, it’s all about minimizing data use!
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Lynelle
4 months ago
Subsidiarity means using the least intrusive means for data processing.
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Paulina
4 months ago
I’m leaning towards option D because it talks about relevance and adequacy, but I’m not confident it captures the full essence of subsidiarity.
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Felix
5 months ago
I practiced a similar question about data minimization, and I feel like that might connect to the idea of subsidiarity.
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Monte
5 months ago
I think it has something to do with using the least intrusive means possible for data processing, maybe related to option A?
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Gearldine
5 months ago
I remember discussing subsidiarity in class, but I'm not entirely sure how it applies to data processing.
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Stefania
5 months ago
I've reviewed the GDPR principles before, so I'm pretty confident subsidiarity is about ensuring personal data is only processed to the extent necessary to achieve the specified purpose. Option D sounds right to me.
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Gregoria
5 months ago
Wait, is subsidiarity about not processing data unless there's no other way to achieve the purpose? Or is it about data only being used for the original purpose? I'm a bit confused.
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Tenesha
5 months ago
Okay, I think I have a handle on this. The key is understanding that subsidiarity means personal data can only be processed at the appropriate level.
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Val
5 months ago
Hmm, this question on subsidiarity in the GDPR context seems a bit tricky. I'll need to think it through carefully.
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Ressie
1 year ago
I wonder if the exam writers are trying to 'GDPR' us with this one. I'm sticking with A just to be safe.
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Lynelle
1 year ago
Subsidiarity? More like 'subsidiary' pain in the neck! Seriously though, I think D is the right answer.
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Lizette
12 months ago
I agree, subsidiarity is all about making sure data is proportional to the purpose.
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Corinne
1 year ago
I think D is correct. It means personal data must be relevant and not excessive.
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Elli
1 year ago
I agree with Fredric, processing data only when there are no other means is in line with subsidiarity.
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Cassi
1 year ago
Gotta love these GDPR questions! I'm going with C - personal data can only be processed in accordance with the purpose specification.
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Tasia
11 months ago
I agree with you, C - personal data can only be processed in accordance with the purpose specification.
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Kaitlyn
12 months ago
I'm not sure, but I think it's B - personal data cannot be reused without explicit and informed consent.
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Lorriane
12 months ago
I disagree, I believe it's D - personal data must be adequate, relevant and not excessive in relation to the purposes.
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Winifred
1 year ago
I think it's A - personal data may only be processed when there are no other means to achieve the purposes.
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Fredric
1 year ago
I think option A is correct because it aligns with the principle of subsidiarity.
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Alaine
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not so sure. D seems like the most logical answer, but I wouldn't be surprised if the exam tripped us up with a trick question.
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Emerson
1 year ago
Subsidiarity means processing data only when necessary.
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Fernanda
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure it's D. The GDPR requires personal data to be adequate, relevant, and not excessive in relation to the purposes for which it is processed.
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Eleonore
1 year ago
Yes, that's correct. It's important for organizations to ensure they only collect and process the data that is necessary for their specific purposes.
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Georgeanna
1 year ago
I think you're right. Subsidiarity in the context of GDPR means that personal data must be adequate, relevant, and not excessive in relation to the purposes.
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Corinne
1 year ago
I think the answer is A. The principle of subsidiarity means that personal data can only be processed when there are no other means to achieve the intended purpose.
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Dominque
1 year ago
Yes, it's all about ensuring that data processing is done in a way that respects privacy and limits unnecessary use.
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Shizue
1 year ago
That makes sense. It's important to only process personal data when absolutely necessary.
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Rodrigo
1 year ago
I agree with you, the answer is A. Subsidiarity in GDPR means personal data can only be processed when there are no other means.
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