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Which purpose of data mapping is true?
The correct answer is A. Visualize data.. The primary purpose of data mapping is to visualize how data flows, is stored, and is related across systems and processes.
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Which purpose of data mapping is true?
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- AVisualize data.
- BFind extra vulnerabilities.
- CDiscover the identities of attackers
- DCheck that data is correct.
How the community answered
(57 responses)- A89% (51)
- B4% (2)
- C5% (3)
- D2% (1)
Why each option
The primary purpose of data mapping is to visualize how data flows, is stored, and is related across systems and processes.
Data mapping creates a visual or logical representation of where data originates, how it moves between systems, and how fields correspond across datasets. This visualization helps organizations understand data lineage, support compliance efforts, and design integrations or migrations accurately.
Vulnerability discovery is performed through vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, not data mapping.
Identifying attackers is the goal of threat attribution and forensic investigation, not data mapping.
Validating data accuracy is the goal of data validation or data quality processes, which are distinct from data mapping.
Concept tested: Purpose and function of data mapping
Source: https://csrc.nist.gov/glossary/term/data_mapping
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