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proportionality

Measures commensurate with risks and benefits.

Definition

The principle that safeguards, oversight and procedural requirements applied to an AI initiative must be scaled to the potential risks and benefits of the specific use-case, such that higher‑risk applications receive more stringent controls and verification.

Énoncé de principes pour une utilisation responsable de l'intelligence artificielle par les organismes publics (Québec Ministry of Cybersecurity and Digital Affairs)

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