FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
A company implements a policy requiring employees to use a password and a one-time code sent to their mobile phone when logging into the corporate network. Which security concept is being employed?
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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Multi-factor authentication
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requires two or more factors: something you know (password) and something you have (phone).
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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Role-based access control
Why it's wrong here
RBAC is about authorization, not authentication.
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Single sign-on
Why it's wrong here
SSO allows one login for multiple systems, not using two factors.
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Multi-factor authentication
Why this is correct
Password and phone code are two different factors.
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Biometrics
Why it's wrong here
Biometrics is something you are, not mentioned here.
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