CLO-002 Business Principles OF Cloud Environments Practice Question
A healthcare company must comply with HIPAA. When selecting a cloud provider, which document provides the best assurance of compliance?
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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SOC 2 Type II report
The SOC 2 Type II report details the operational effectiveness of security controls over a period of time.
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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Vendor marketing brochure
Why it's wrong here
Marketing materials do not provide verifiable proof of regulatory compliance.
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SOC 2 Type II report
Why this is correct
SOC 2 reports provide independent assurance regarding security, availability, and processing integrity.
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Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Why it's wrong here
An SLA defines uptime availability, not regulatory compliance status.
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Public pricing catalog
Why it's wrong here
Pricing is irrelevant to regulatory compliance requirements.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CompTIA exam blueprint
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