Asked by hannah burkle on May 12, 2024

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Media Report seeks information about well-known businesspersons under the Freedom of Information Act. To obtain the information, Media Report must

A) agree not to reveal any trade secrets.
B) reasonably describe the information.
C) get a court order.
D) obtain the businesspersons' consent.

Freedom of Information Act

A law that allows for the full or partial disclosure of previously unreleased information and documents controlled by the government.

Trade Secrets

Information, including formulas, practices, processes, designs, instruments, or patterns, that is not generally known and gives a business a competitive advantage.

Reasonably Describe

To provide an accurate and fair description of an item or situation without excessive detail, allowing for identification or understanding.

  • Understand the process and requirements for obtaining information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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Crystal HernandezMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requires that requests for information reasonably describe the records being sought, allowing the agency to locate them with a reasonable amount of effort.