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Regulatory compliance
1. Regulatory compliance select all that apply
Identify ALL the items that are the goals of regulatory compliance in relation to software development.
- Limiting the need for software updates
- Protecting sensitive data from unauthorised access
- Allowing developers to bypass security features when needed
- Reducing the testing time required during software development
- Ensuring software applications meet legal and industry standards
Answer
B, E
NESA answer: protecting sensitive data from unauthorised access; ensuring applications meet legal and industry standards.
2. Regulatory compliance
Which is a goal of regulatory compliance in software development?
- Letting developers bypass security features
- Ensuring the software meets legal and industry standards
- Removing the need for testing
- Reducing the number of software updates
Answer
B
Compliance means meeting legal and industry requirements (e.g. privacy and data protection rules). Based on the 2025 HSC Q10 options.