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220-1202 · Question #179

Which of the following is the most secure method of preventing someone from accessing a cell phone?

The correct answer is C. Passphrase. A passphrase is typically longer and more complex than a PIN, swipe, or pattern, making it the most secure method for preventing unauthorized access to a cell phone.

Submitted by valeria.br· Mar 30, 2026

Question

Which of the following is the most secure method of preventing someone from accessing a cell phone?

Options

  • APIN
  • BSwipe
  • CPassphrase
  • DPattern

How the community answered

(41 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • C
    93% (38)
  • D
    5% (2)

Explanation

A passphrase is typically longer and more complex than a PIN, swipe, or pattern, making it the most secure method for preventing unauthorized access to a cell phone.

Topics

#Mobile device security#Authentication methods#Device access control

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