CDPSE Data Life Cycle Management Practice Question
Which TWO activities are involved in the 'data mapping' life cycle phase?
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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Documenting data flows
Identifying data sources and defining data flows are core to mapping.
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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Purchasing new storage
Why it's wrong here
IT procurement task.
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Hiring data privacy staff
Why it's wrong here
HR/Organizational task.
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Documenting data flows
Why this is correct
Shows the movement of data between systems.
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Identifying data sources
Why this is correct
The first step in mapping.
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Performing penetration tests
Why it's wrong here
This is a security assessment.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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