Which one of the following factors is NOT one on which Authentication is based?

The correct answer is D. Type 4. Something you are, such as a system administrator or security administrator. Authentication is based on the following three factor types: Type 1. Something you know, such as a PIN or password Type 2. Something you have, such as an ATM card or smart card Type 3. Something you are (Unique physical characteristic), such as a fingerprint or retina scan

Submitted by femi9· Apr 18, 2026Access Controls

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AType 1. Something you know, such as a PIN or password
BType 2. Something you have, such as an ATM card or smart card
CType 3. Something you are (based upon one or more intrinsic physical or behavioral traits),
DType 4. Something you are, such as a system administrator or security administrator

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A
7% (2)
B
3% (1)
D
90% (26)

Explanation

Authentication is based on the following three factor types: Type 1. Something you know, such as a PIN or password Type 2. Something you have, such as an ATM card or smart card Type 3. Something you are (Unique physical characteristic), such as a fingerprint or retina scan

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#Authentication factors#Authentication types#Authorization#Access Control

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