The correct answer is C. AI systems must be understandable, which corresponds to the Transparency principle of Microsoft’s Responsible AI framework.
According to the Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900) Official Study Guide and the Microsoft Learn module “Identify guiding principles for responsible AI”, Microsoft defines six key principles for responsible AI:
Fairness – AI systems should treat everyone equitably.
Reliability and safety – AI should function as intended, even under unexpected conditions.
Privacy and security – AI must protect personal and business data.
Inclusiveness – AI should empower everyone and engage diverse users.
Transparency – AI systems should be understandable.
Accountability – People should be accountable for AI systems.
The statement “AI systems must be understandable” aligns directly with the Transparency principle, ensuring that AI decisions and behaviors can be explained and interpreted by developers, users, and stakeholders. Microsoft emphasizes that transparent AI builds trust, allows debugging, and ensures ethical usage.
Other options are incorrect:
A. Use only publicly available data – Not a principle of Responsible AI.
B. Protect the interests of the company – Focused on business goals, not ethical AI.
D. Keep personal details public – Violates the Privacy and Security principle.
✅ Final Answer (Q179): C. AI systems must be understandable.
