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CAS-004 Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are examples of…
Which TWO of the following are examples of administrative controls? (Select TWO)
⚠ Common exam trap
The CAS-004 exam often tests the distinction between administrative, technical, and physical controls, and the trap here is that candidates confuse technical controls like encryption or firewalls with administrative controls because they are both part of a defense-in-depth strategy, but only administrative controls involve human processes and documentation.
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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Security awareness training
Security awareness training (C) is an administrative control because it involves policies, procedures, and human behavior management rather than technical mechanisms. It educates users on security risks and compliance requirements, reducing the likelihood of social engineering or policy violations. This aligns with the administrative domain of the CIA triad's governance framework.
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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Firewall rules
Why it's wrong here
Technical control
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Encryption of data at rest
Why it's wrong here
Technical control
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Security awareness training
Why this is correct
Administrative control
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Access control policy
Why this is correct
Administrative control
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Intrusion detection system
Why it's wrong here
Technical control
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