Which statement about privacy act provisions is true?

• A. It guarantees the right to copies of information pertaining to the individual.
• B. It allows agencies to disclose social security numbers without restriction
• C. It requires agencies to inform individuals how data has been used
• D. It requires individuals to disclose their social security number in all cases

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that privacy act provisions give individuals the right to access records that agencies keep about them. This means you can review and obtain copies of information an agency has in its files, with any allowed limits or exemptions. That direct access is a foundational protection, ensuring you can verify what is stored about you and request corrections if needed.

The other statements don’t fit because they misstate how the act handles sensitive data like Social Security numbers. Agencies can’t disclose SSNs without proper safeguards and lawful purpose, and they aren’t required to collect or reveal your SSN in every situation.