CDPSE Privacy Governance Practice Question
An organization is updating its privacy governance framework to comply with GDPR. The Data Protection Officer (DPO) needs to ensure that the accountability principle is met. Which of the following actions best demonstrates accountability?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Establishing a centralized Record of Processing Activities (ROPA).
Accountability requires demonstrating compliance, which is best achieved through comprehensive documentation and audit trails.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Outsourcing all data processing activities to a third-party vendor.
Why it's wrong here
Outsourcing does not relieve the controller of its accountability obligations.
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Implementing a strong password policy for all employees.
Why it's wrong here
This is an information security control, not a privacy governance accountability measure.
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Establishing a centralized Record of Processing Activities (ROPA).
Why this is correct
The ROPA is a mandatory document under GDPR Article 30 that demonstrates a controller's accountability.
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Creating a public-facing website privacy notice.
Why it's wrong here
A privacy notice is a transparency requirement, not the entirety of the accountability principle.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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