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A Privacy Quiz



True or False? Circle the right answer.




1  Anyone who works in a department store or credit card company can look up your credit records.
2  If a mistake gets into your credit file, it's almost impossible to correct.
3  When you owe money, people can call you at home or at work anytime to try to collect it.
4  There are many different computer files about everybody in this country.
5  Many companies have policies that protect the privacy of their customers.
6  You always have the legal right to ask people why they need the information before you answer a question.
7  The government protects your right to privacy.
8  The information you give one company can be used to make a mailing list for other companies.
People can check your credit file if you are applying for a job, insurance, credit or if you are renting an apartment.
10  If you want to get a copy of your credit file, all you have to do is ask for it.



 
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