DS0-001 Data Governance And Security Practice Question
A security team is implementing an access management strategy. Which THREE of the following are considered essential components of an effective Identity and Access Management (IAM) framework?
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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Authentication mechanisms
IAM frameworks rely on Authentication (who you are), Authorization (what you can do), and Auditing (tracking what you did).
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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Authentication mechanisms
Why this is correct
Verifies the user's identity.
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Network cabling standards
Why it's wrong here
This is a physical layer standard.
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Centralized logging and auditing
Why this is correct
Ensures accountability for actions taken.
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Authorization policies
Why this is correct
Defines permissions and access levels.
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Database partitioning
Why it's wrong here
This is a performance optimization, not an IAM component.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CompTIA exam blueprint
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