Which of the following statements correctly describes the practices regarding customer privacy in the U.S.?
A) In the U.S., Americans rely upon federal government to protect consumer privacy.
B) Current legislation in the U.S. for consumer privacy forces strict protection of consumer privacy in retailing.
C) The U.S. has more stringent consumer privacy laws than the European Union.
D) In the U.S., the opt-out policy is applied when consumers' personal information is collected and used.
E) In the U.S., personal information is generally viewed as being in the public domain, and retailers can use it in any way they desire.

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Personal information in the United States is generally viewed as being in the public domain, and retailers can use it any way they desire. American consumers must explicitly tell retailers not to use their personal information-they must explicitly opt out.

Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes the Practices Regarding