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PT0-003 · Question #80
PT0-003 Question #80: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is B: Pins. In a pin tumbler lock, pins must be aligned to the shear line by the correct key to allow the cylinder (plug) to turn. Aligning the pins is what enables unlocking the lock.
Submitted by haruto_sh· Mar 6, 2026Attacks and Exploits
Question
Which of the following elements in a lock should be aligned to a specific level to allow the key cylinder to turn?
Options
- ALatches
- BPins
- CShackle
- DPlug
Explanation
In a pin tumbler lock, pins must be aligned to the shear line by the correct key to allow the cylinder (plug) to turn. Aligning the pins is what enables unlocking the lock.
Topics
#physical security#lock mechanism#lock picking
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