Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) Practice Exam

What does the Communication Decency Act aim to regulate?

1. The pricing of internet services

2. Obscene content and pornography on the internet

3. The accuracy of news reporting

4. The licensing of communication equipment

The correct answer is: Obscene content and pornography on the internet

The Communication Decency Act (CDA) was enacted in response to concerns about the availability of obscene and indecent content on the internet, particularly content that could be harmful to minors. The primary focus of the act was to promote a safer online environment by imposing regulations on obscene content and pornography. It aimed to restrict access to such materials for children and to ensure that platforms had some responsibility in moderating inappropriate content. The legislation also established a framework for determining which types of content would be considered obscene, allowing for the protection of minors while also providing some level of immunity to online platforms for the actions of their users. In contrast, other options revolve around different areas of regulation. The pricing of internet services is typically governed by telecommunications laws rather than the CDA. The accuracy of news reporting falls under journalistic ethics and standards rather than an internet-specific law. Licensing of communication equipment is managed by agencies such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and again is not the focus of the CDA. Therefore, the emphasis on regulating obscene content and pornography clearly identifies option B as the correct answer.