- A
Assess damage, then restore from backup, then rebuild server, then apply patches, then test functionality
Why wrong: Incorrect because it restores from backup before rebuilding the server, which risks overwriting the restored data during the rebuild process.
- B
Restore from backup, then rebuild server, then test functionality, then apply patches, then assess damage
Why wrong: Incorrect because it starts with restoration before rebuilding and places assessment last, which is illogical.
- C
Rebuild server, then apply patches, then restore from backup, then assess damage, then test functionality
Correct because it rebuilds the server before restoring from backup, preventing data loss, and follows a logical sequence: rebuild, patch, restore, assess, test.
- D
Test functionality, then assess damage, then restore from backup, then apply patches, then rebuild server
Why wrong: Incorrect because it tests functionality first, which is premature without proper restoration and rebuilding.
N10-009 Network Security Practice Question
This N10-009 practice question tests your understanding of network security. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Drag and drop the steps for a disaster recovery procedure after a server failure into the correct order.
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
Rebuild server, then apply patches, then restore from backup, then assess damage, then test functionality
The correct disaster recovery order after a server failure should place rebuilding the server before restoring from backup to prevent overwriting the restored data. Option C is the only choice that follows this critical sequence: rebuild server, apply patches, restore from backup, assess damage, and test functionality. While assessing damage ideally occurs earlier, the primary requirement—rebuild before restore—is met here, making Option C the correct answer.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Assess damage, then restore from backup, then rebuild server, then apply patches, then test functionality
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because it restores from backup before rebuilding the server, which risks overwriting the restored data during the rebuild process.
- ✗
Restore from backup, then rebuild server, then test functionality, then apply patches, then assess damage
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because it starts with restoration before rebuilding and places assessment last, which is illogical.
- ✓
Rebuild server, then apply patches, then restore from backup, then assess damage, then test functionality
Why this is correct
Correct because it rebuilds the server before restoring from backup, preventing data loss, and follows a logical sequence: rebuild, patch, restore, assess, test.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Test functionality, then assess damage, then restore from backup, then apply patches, then rebuild server
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because it tests functionality first, which is premature without proper restoration and rebuilding.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the N10-009 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
What to study next
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What does this N10-009 question test?
Network Security — This question tests Network Security — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Rebuild server, then apply patches, then restore from backup, then assess damage, then test functionality — The correct disaster recovery order after a server failure should place rebuilding the server before restoring from backup to prevent overwriting the restored data. Option C is the only choice that follows this critical sequence: rebuild server, apply patches, restore from backup, assess damage, and test functionality. While assessing damage ideally occurs earlier, the primary requirement—rebuild before restore—is met here, making Option C the correct answer.
What should I do if I get this N10-009 question wrong?
Identify which N10-009 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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