CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) — Question 461

Which of the following aspects of the data management life cycle is most directly impacted by local and international regulations?

Answer options

• A. Destruction
• B. Certification
• C. Retention
• D. Sanitization

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as data retention policies are often dictated by legal requirements that vary by region. While destruction, certification, and sanitization are also important, they are less directly governed by regulations compared to the retention of data.