CSSLP Secure Software Concepts Practice Question
You are implementing 'Psychological Acceptability' in a new multi-factor authentication system. Which design choice is most appropriate?
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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Using a user-friendly mobile app push notification for authentication.
Psychological acceptability ensures that security measures are easy for users to understand and use, so they don't circumvent them.
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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Providing zero feedback to users during the login process.
Why it's wrong here
Users need to know if they failed or succeeded to troubleshoot.
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Requiring a 64-character password changed every 24 hours.
Why it's wrong here
This is too difficult and will lead to users writing passwords down.
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Using a user-friendly mobile app push notification for authentication.
Why this is correct
This is easy and intuitive, increasing compliance.
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Disabling the ability for users to reset their own passwords.
Why it's wrong here
This creates friction and forces users to seek workarounds.
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Forcing users to solve a complex CAPTCHA at every login attempt.
Why it's wrong here
This is frustrating for users.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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