What does Section 7(c) prohibit concerning confidential government information?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. using or divulging confidential information acquired in office to further personal private interests
- Step 1: Officials are barred from using non-public confidential information for private gain or allowing third parties to exploit it. Answer: using or divulging confidential information acquired in office to further personal private interests. Why not the others: Memos, budgets, and vacancies are public administrative documents.
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