CAF-3 · Chapter 14 · Question 6 of 15
To protect against potential power outages, a data center installs backup diesel generators, redundant power supplies, and fire suppression systems. Which risk treatment strategy is being executed?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) Risk Mitigation (Reduction)
Explanation
Risk mitigation (or reduction) involves implementing controls and measures (like backups and fire suppression) to reduce the likelihood or impact of a risk, though it does not eliminate it entirely . --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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