Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 7

A UPS should have enough power to last how long?

Answer options

• A. One day
• B. 12 hours
• C. Long enough for graceful shutdown
• D. 10 minutes

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because a UPS is designed to supply power long enough for systems to shut down properly, preventing data loss or corruption. Options A and B suggest much longer durations that are typically not feasible for most UPS systems, while option D provides insufficient time for a safe shutdown.