3.9 - Design Site and Facility Security Controls CISSP Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6expert · hard

   A data center is experiencing intermittent overheating in one server rack. The HVAC system is working, but the temperature in that rack is higher than the rest of the room. The facility manager suspects a hot spot. Which action is MOST appropriate to address the issue?

   • AMove the rack to a different location in the data center.
   • BInstall a temperature sensor in the rack and adjust the airflow to improve cooling in that area.
   • CIncrease the overall cooling capacity of the HVAC system.
   • DShut down the rack to prevent overheating.
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2. 7application · medium

   A data center is being designed to host critical production servers. The organization requires high availability and wants to minimize the risk of a single point of failure in the power infrastructure. Which approach BEST meets this requirement?

   • ARely on the utility power and install surge protectors on all server racks.
   • BInstall a single generator and use the utility as the primary source, with no UPS.
   • CInstall a single large UPS and a backup generator, with a manual transfer switch.
   • DInstall redundant UPS systems in an N+1 configuration, with automatic transfer switches and a backup generator.
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4. 8foundation · easy

   Why is redundancy important for HVAC systems in a facility?

   • ATo simplify maintenance procedures
   • BTo improve air quality
   • CTo reduce energy consumption
   • DTo ensure continuous operation in case of a component failure
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5. 9foundation · easy

   Which fire suppression method is most suitable for a server room containing sensitive electronic equipment?

   • AWater sprinkler system
   • BClean agent gas suppression system
   • CDry chemical powder system
   • DFoam suppression system
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6. 10expert · hard

   A government agency has a restricted area that contains classified information. The area is protected by a badge reader and a security guard. The agency wants to add a control to prevent tailgating. Which control is MOST effective?

   • AInstall a mantrap with interlocking doors.
   • BAdd a second security guard at the entrance.
   • CRequire visitors to sign in and be escorted.
   • DInstall a CCTV camera at the entrance.
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