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A finance manager can view only the reports needed for monthly budgeting and cannot see payroll details. Which principle is being applied?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Best answer
Need-to-know, because access is limited to information required for the job.
Need-to-know limits access to information based on business need. The finance manager can view budgeting reports, but payroll details are withheld because they are not required for the role.
B
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Zero trust, because the manager uses a password to sign in.
Zero trust involves continuous verification and explicit trust decisions, not just password use. The scenario is primarily about restricting data access, not authentication design.
C
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Separation of duties, because the manager is part of finance.
Separation of duties divides tasks so one person cannot complete a sensitive process alone. This question is about limiting what information the manager can see, not splitting job duties.
D
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Defense in depth, because only one report system is being used.
Defense in depth refers to multiple layers of protection. Limiting report visibility is a data-access principle, not a layered control strategy.
Common exam trap
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.
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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.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Need-to-know, because access is limited to information required for the job. — Need-to-know means people only receive access to information necessary to perform their assigned duties. In this case, the finance manager can see budgeting reports because those support the role, but payroll details are restricted because they are not required. This lowers exposure of sensitive information while still allowing the manager to do the job. Why others are wrong: Zero trust focuses on verifying access requests, not on deciding which reports a manager can view. Separation of duties is about splitting responsibilities between people or roles, not hiding specific data. Defense in depth is about layered safeguards, such as combining monitoring, access control, and segmentation, so it does not best describe this access restriction.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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