CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 929

A product manager is concerned about continuing operations at a facility located in a region undergoing significant political unrest. After consulting with senior management, a decision is made to suspend operations at the facility until the situation stabilizes.
Which of the following risk management strategies BEST describes management's response?

Answer options

• A. Deterrence
• B. Mitigation
• C. Avoidance
• D. Acceptance

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is 'C. Avoidance' because management chose to stop operations to eliminate the risk associated with the political unrest. 'A. Deterrence' refers to strategies aimed at preventing risks, while 'B. Mitigation' involves reducing the impact of risks, and 'D. Acceptance' means acknowledging the risk without taking action, which does not apply in this scenario.