Discuss IAPP CIPP/E Exam Topic 2 Question 4

Under what circumstances would the GDPR apply to personal data that exists in physical form, such as information contained in notebooks or hard copy files?

AOnly where the personal data is produced as a physical output of specific automated processing activities, such as printing, labelling, or stamping.

BOnly where the personal data is to be subjected to specific computerized processing, such as image
scanning or optical character recognition.

COnly where the personal data is treated by automated means in some way, such as computerized distribution or filing.

DOnly where the personal data is handled in a sufficiently structured manner so as to form part of a filing system.

Suggested Answer: D

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13 comments · newest first

Arminda 1 year ago

Automated processing seems too narrow, but okay.

Georgene 1 year ago

Really? Just being structured is enough?

Stefania 1 year ago

I thought it only mattered if it was digital?

Evan 1 year ago

Totally agree, D is the right choice!

Kenda 1 year ago

GDPR applies if it's part of a filing system.

Della 1 year ago

I believe the key point is whether the physical data is part of a filing system, but I can't quite remember if that means it has to be structured in a specific way.

Selene 1 year ago

I'm a bit confused about the specifics; I thought GDPR was more about digital data, but it seems like physical data can also be included under certain conditions.

Carlene 1 year ago

I think we practiced a question similar to this, and I recall that GDPR can apply to physical data if it's organized in a way that makes it retrievable.

Leota 1 year ago

I remember discussing how GDPR applies to both digital and physical data, but I'm not sure if it only applies when data is processed automatically.

Barrett 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the differences between the transport options here. I'll need to make sure I understand the pros and cons of each one before deciding.

Thaddeus 1 year ago

I think there was a practice question about this, and it suggested that a balanced approach might be more effective.

Whitney 1 year ago

Okay, I've got this. The best description of my role is to deliver consistent, high-quality support. That's the core of what I do, and it's the most important thing for supporting customers effectively.

Reena 1 year ago

Hmm, the log mentions a failed audio file download, but I'm not sure if that's the main event that occurred. I'll need to read through the options carefully.

IAPP CIPP/E Exam - Topic 2 Question 4 Discussion