### Question
How is the "identifiable form" defined?


### Answer
The term **identifiable form** is defined in *44 U.S.C. § 3561* as follows -

> any representation of information that permits the identity of the respondent to whom the information applies to be reasonably inferred by either direct or indirect means

#### Citation:
  - *44 U.S.C. § 3561*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-COORDINATION OF FEDERAL INFORMATION POLICY > SUBCHAPTER III-CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION PROTECTION AND STATISTICAL EFFICIENCY > Part A-General**

