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QuizMultiple Choice

Copyright and IP — Unit test

Question 50 • NC-Foundations of Information Technology

Why might a government entity choose to offer some information and services online, as in e-government?

Answer
A
to prevent in-person participation in government
B
to increase public interest in the government
C
to decrease the number of paid staff
D
to improve access to more of its citizens

Explanation

E-government lets people access government information and services online, which can make them available to citizens who may have difficulty visiting an office in person. So a government might use it to improve access for more of its citizens. The purpose is not to prevent in-person participation.

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