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CIPS Exam L6M7 Topic 1 Question 7 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M7 exam

Question #: 7
Topic #: 1

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What is the benefit of an organisation using blockchain in data management?

AIt is organisation-specific

BIt allows data to be changed easily

CData is stored centrally

DData cannot be modified

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Suggested Answer: D

Blockchain ensures data integrity by preventing modifications. If changes are needed, new blocks are added instead of altering existing ones. This enhances transparency and security, as blockchain is decentralized and not vulnerable to a single point of failure. (P.189)

by Brice at Mar 06, 2025, 04:30 PM

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Linwood

3 months ago

A) It is organisation-specific? Nah, blockchain is all about decentralization. I think D) is the way to go.

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Malinda

2 months ago

D) Exactly, that's the benefit of using blockchain in data management.

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Karan

2 months ago

A) It is organisation-specific? No, blockchain is all about decentralization.

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Karma

3 months ago

D) Data cannot be modified

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Denae

3 months ago

So, it provides both security and customization. That's why many organizations are adopting blockchain for data management.

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Ressie

3 months ago

Yes, that's true. Blockchain can be tailored to fit the needs of a specific organization.

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Letha

3 months ago

I don't know, but I heard blockchain is like a digital brick wall - data can't be changed once it's in there. That's pretty cool!

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Joni

3 months ago

D) Data cannot be modified seems like the correct answer. Blockchain's immutability is a key benefit for data management.

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Dahlia

2 months ago

D) Data cannot be modified

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Freeman

3 months ago

C) Data is stored centrally

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Sharee

3 months ago

B) It allows data to be changed easily

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Hollis

3 months ago

A) It is organisation-specific

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Keneth

3 months ago

But isn't it also organisation-specific?

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Denae

3 months ago

I agree with Ressie, that's a key advantage of using blockchain.

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Ressie

3 months ago

I think the benefit is that data cannot be modified.

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