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FC0-U61 · Question #520

Which of the following is a biometric authentication method?

The correct answer is C. Retina scan. The question asks to identify a method of authentication that uses unique biological or physical characteristics of an individual.

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Question

Which of the following is a biometric authentication method?

Options

  • ASmart card
  • BPassword
  • CRetina scan
  • DPersonal identification number

How the community answered

(43 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    7% (3)
  • C
    86% (37)
  • D
    5% (2)

Why each option

The question asks to identify a method of authentication that uses unique biological or physical characteristics of an individual.

ASmart card

A smart card is a 'something you have' authentication factor, requiring physical possession of the card.

BPassword

A password is a 'something you know' authentication factor, relying on secret information the user remembers.

CRetina scanCorrect

A retina scan is a biometric authentication method that identifies an individual by analyzing the unique pattern of blood vessels at the back of their eye. Biometrics relies on 'something you are' for authentication.

DPersonal identification number

A personal identification number (PIN) is a 'something you know' authentication factor, typically a short numeric password.

Concept tested: Biometric authentication methods

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/biometrics-in-windows

Topics

#biometric authentication#retina scan#authentication methods

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