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200-201 Security Policies and Procedures Practice Question

Q: How is Security Policies and Procedures tested on the 200-201 exam?

Security Policies and Procedures — This question tests Security Policies and Procedures — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..

Q: What is the correct answer to this Security Policies and Procedures 200-201 question?

The correct answer is: Data Classification Policy — The requirement to encrypt 'Confidential' data is a direct outcome of a data classification policy, which defines categories (e.g., Public, Internal, Confidential, Restricted) and mandates specific security controls for each category. Encryption at rest and in transit is a typical control for the 'Confidential' tier, ensuring data is protected using mechanisms like AES-256 for storage and TLS 1.2+ for transmission.

Q: Why do candidates get Security Policies and Procedures questions wrong on the 200-201 exam?

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This 200-201 practice question tests your understanding of security policies and procedures. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.

A company's security policy requires that all data classified as 'Confidential' must be encrypted at rest and in transit. This requirement is part of which policy?

A
Remote Access Policy
Why wrong: Remote access policy covers how to connect remotely, not data classification.
B
Password Policy
Why wrong: Password policy covers password strength and management.
C
Data Classification Policy
This policy defines classification levels and associated controls like encryption.
D
Acceptable Use Policy
Why wrong: AUP covers acceptable use, not data handling requirements.

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Answer choices

Why each option matters

Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.

Correct answer & explanation

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Data Classification Policy

The requirement to encrypt 'Confidential' data is a direct outcome of a data classification policy, which defines categories (e.g., Public, Internal, Confidential, Restricted) and mandates specific security controls for each category. Encryption at rest and in transit is a typical control for the 'Confidential' tier, ensuring data is protected using mechanisms like AES-256 for storage and TLS 1.2+ for transmission.

Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

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Remote Access Policy
Why it's wrong here
Remote access policy covers how to connect remotely, not data classification.
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Password Policy
Why it's wrong here
Password policy covers password strength and management.
✓
Data Classification Policy
Why this is correct
This policy defines classification levels and associated controls like encryption.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
✗
Acceptable Use Policy
Why it's wrong here
AUP covers acceptable use, not data handling requirements.

Common exam traps

Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword

Cisco often tests the distinction between a policy that defines data sensitivity levels (data classification) and a policy that implements access controls (remote access), leading candidates to confuse the encryption requirement with the method of access.

Detailed technical explanation

How to think about this question

Data classification policies often align with frameworks like ISO 27001 or NIST SP 800-60, mapping labels to cryptographic controls. For example, 'Confidential' data might require AES-256-GCM for at-rest encryption (e.g., on S3 buckets or database columns) and TLS 1.3 with PFS for in-transit encryption, enforced via DLP systems or cloud access security brokers (CASBs). A real-world scenario is a healthcare provider classifying patient records as 'Confidential' and automatically encrypting them with envelope encryption using AWS KMS.

KKey Concepts to Remember

Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.

TExam Day Tips

Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.

Key takeaway

Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.

Real-world example

How this comes up in practice

A practitioner preparing for the 200-201 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.

Quick reference

Symmetric Encryption Algorithm Comparison

Algorithm	Key Size	Block Size	Status	Notes
AES-128	128-bit	128-bit	Current standard	NIST approved; WPA3, TLS
AES-256	256-bit	128-bit	Current standard	Preferred for sensitive / govt data
3DES	112-bit effective	64-bit	Deprecated (2023)	Replaced by AES
DES	56-bit	64-bit	Broken	Cracked in < 24 h; never deploy
ChaCha20	256-bit	Stream cipher	Current	TLS 1.3, WireGuard

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What does this 200-201 question test?

Security Policies and Procedures — This question tests Security Policies and Procedures — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: Data Classification Policy — The requirement to encrypt 'Confidential' data is a direct outcome of a data classification policy, which defines categories (e.g., Public, Internal, Confidential, Restricted) and mandates specific security controls for each category. Encryption at rest and in transit is a typical control for the 'Confidential' tier, ensuring data is protected using mechanisms like AES-256 for storage and TLS 1.2+ for transmission.

What should I do if I get this 200-201 question wrong?

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What is the key concept behind this question?

Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.

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