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Which of the following is a key characteristic of an effective security policy?

easy🧠 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Cybersecurity - Compliance and Governance
Which of the following is a key characteristic of an effective security policy?
AIt is vague and flexible
BIt is clear and enforceable
CIt is only for IT staff
DIt changes daily
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Identify what makes a policy effective

    An effective policy must be clear so everyone understands it and enforceable so it can be applied consistently.

  2. Step 2: Compare options to these criteria

    It is clear and enforceable matches both clarity and enforceability, unlike the others.

  3. Final Answer:

    It is clear and enforceable -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Effective policy = Clear + enforceable [OK]
Quick Trick: Effective policies are clear and can be enforced [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Choosing vague policies
  • Thinking policies are only for IT
  • Believing policies change too often

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