GDPR Practice Question: A controller should determine the appropriate legal basis: | CyberCertPrep
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A controller should determine the appropriate legal basis:
A.After processing has begun
B.Before processing begins
C.Only when a data subject asks
D.During annual compliance reviews only
Why B is correct
Controllers must identify and document the appropriate legal basis before processing begins. Retrospectively assigning a legal basis undermines GDPR compliance.
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Where this fits in the GDPR exam
Lawful Bases
Covers lawful bases concepts and practices within GDPR.
This question belongs to the "Principles & Lawful Basis" domain, which makes up about 20% of the GDPR exam.
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