SSCP Question #989: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B: Fencing. Physical controls are items put into place to protect facility, personnel, and resources. Examples of physical controls are security guards, locks, fencing, and lighting. The following answers are incorrect answers: Monitoring of system activity is considered to be administrative

Submitted by stefanr· Apr 18, 2026Access Controls

Question

Which of the following is BEST defined as a physical control?

Options

AMonitoring of system activity
BFencing
CIdentification and authentication methods
DLogical access control mechanisms

Explanation

Physical controls are items put into place to protect facility, personnel, and resources. Examples of physical controls are security guards, locks, fencing, and lighting. The following answers are incorrect answers: Monitoring of system activity is considered to be administrative control. Identification and authentication methods are considered to be a technical control. Logical access control mechanisms is also considered to be a technical control.

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#Physical security#Security controls#Physical controls#Access controls

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