A
Withholding an entire document if a single word is classified
B
Allowing disclosure of non-exempt information while withholding exempt parts
C
Transferring RTI applications to state governments automatically
D
Penalizing public information officers for delayed responses
Correct answer: (b) Allowing disclosure of non-exempt information while withholding exempt parts
Explanation
Option B is correct as the principle of severability under Section 10 allows the disclosure of non-exempt portions of a record by severing the parts that are exempt. The other options do not describe Section 10.
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