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Goals of regulatory compliance in software development

2025-hsc-se-q10 · mcq_multiple · 1 mark

Source: NESA 2025 HSC Software Engineering HSC Q10

Question

Which of the following are goals of regulatory compliance in relation to software development?

Select all that apply.

Options

  1. A. Limiting the need for software updates
  2. B. Protecting sensitive data from unauthorised access
  3. C. Allowing developers to bypass security features when needed
  4. D. Reducing the testing time required during software development
  5. E. Ensuring software applications meet legal and industry standards
Reveal answer
  • B. Protecting sensitive data from unauthorised access
  • E. Ensuring software applications meet legal and industry standards

Marking rubric

MarksDescription
1Identifies all items that are goals of regulatory compliance in relation to software development.

Explanation

Compliance is about meeting legal and industry obligations, including protecting sensitive data. It is not intended to bypass security or reduce necessary testing.

Metadata

Submitter
Seed data
Created
2026-05-01
Status
published
Syllabus
SE12-SEC-REGULATORY-COMPLIANCE SE-12-05
Tags
regulatory compliance security legal standards