There are times when secrecy might make sense to publics. For example, Apple denied requests from the FBI to hand over the required code to unlock their phone so the company could protect its proprietary information. In cases like Apple's, organizations can still ____________.
A) Divert attention away from the issue of secrecy
B) Never tell the truth about what they are keeping secret and why
C) Tell the truth about what they are keeping secret and why
D) Carry on as if there is no problem

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Organizations like Apple can maintain their stance on secrecy for valid reasons (such as protecting proprietary information or user privacy) while still being transparent about the reasons behind their decisions. This approach helps maintain public trust by being open about the nature of the secrecy without revealing the sensitive information itself.

There Are Times When Secrecy Might Make Sense to Publics