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350-701 · Question #192

Which algorithm provides asymmetric encryption?

The correct answer is B. RSA. RSA is an asymmetric encryption algorithm that uses distinct public and private keys for encryption and decryption, respectively.

Submitted by jaden.t· Mar 30, 2026

Question

Which algorithm provides asymmetric encryption?

Options

  • ARC4
  • BRSA
  • CAES
  • D3DES

How the community answered

(53 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    92% (49)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    4% (2)

Why each option

RSA is an asymmetric encryption algorithm that uses distinct public and private keys for encryption and decryption, respectively.

ARC4

RC4 (Rivest Cipher 4) is a symmetric stream cipher, which uses the same key for both encryption and decryption.

BRSACorrect

RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman) is an asymmetric encryption algorithm, meaning it employs a pair of different keys-a public key for encryption and a private key for decryption. This property makes it suitable for secure key exchange and digital signatures.

CAES

AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) is a symmetric block cipher, meaning it utilizes a single, shared key for both encryption and decryption.

D3DES

3DES (Triple Data Encryption Standard) is a symmetric block cipher that applies the DES algorithm three times, also using shared keys for encryption and decryption.

Concept tested: Asymmetric encryption algorithms

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/security/fundamentals/encryption-overview#asymmetric-encryption

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#Asymmetric Encryption#Encryption Algorithms#Cryptography

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