FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
A company is implementing physical security measures. Which two of the following are examples of physical security controls? (Select TWO.)
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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Locking screens when leaving the desk
Locking screens prevent unauthorized viewing, and shredding documents destroys sensitive paper data. Both are physical security.
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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Enforcing strong passwords
Why it's wrong here
Password policies are administrative, not physical.
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Using a firewall
Why it's wrong here
Firewalls are network security, not physical.
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Installing antivirus software
Why it's wrong here
Antivirus is technical security.
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Locking screens when leaving the desk
Why this is correct
Correct. This is a physical security practice.
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Shredding sensitive documents
Why this is correct
Correct. Shredding is a physical security control.
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