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Cisco 700-826 Exam - Topic 3 Question 15 Discussion

What is the primary purpose of utility substations?
D) provide physical security for the grid
A) monitor the reliable and efficient delivery of power into the distribution grid
B) FLISR: fault isolation, recovery, and service restoration
C) Volt-VAR reactive power control

Cisco 700-826 Exam - Topic 3 Question 15 Discussion

Actual exam question for Cisco's 700-826 exam
Question #: 15
Topic #: 3
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What is the primary purpose of utility substations?

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Suggested Answer: D

In the industrial security sales play, the stakeholder typically tasked with choosing the Industrial Control Systems (ICS) security solution is the Operational Technology (OT) team. The OT team is directly responsible for the continuity, efficiency, and safety of the industrial processes. Their deep understanding of the operational requirements and the critical nature of the systems makes them the primary decision-makers for security solutions that impact production and operational environments.

Reference: This conclusion is based on industry standards and roles where OT teams are primarily engaged in managing and securing operational technologies within industrial setups.


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Alexia
9 months ago
They do help with reactive power control too, right?
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Benton
9 months ago
Wait, are they really just for delivery? Seems too simple.
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King
10 months ago
I thought they also focused on fault recovery?
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Geoffrey
10 months ago
Totally agree, that's their main job!
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Cristen
10 months ago
They mainly monitor power delivery to the grid.
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Blondell
10 months ago
I thought the main role was about monitoring and delivery, so I’m leaning towards A, but I’m a bit confused about the other options too.
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Silvana
11 months ago
I practiced a similar question where the focus was on voltage control, which makes me think option C could also be relevant here.
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Carrol
11 months ago
I’m not entirely sure, but I feel like FLISR is more about managing outages rather than the primary purpose of substations.
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Jade
11 months ago
I remember discussing how substations are crucial for delivering power efficiently, so I think option A might be the right choice.
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Thurman
11 months ago
This is the kind of question I've been studying for, so I feel prepared to tackle it. I'll carefully read through the options and select the one that best describes the primary purpose of utility substations based on my understanding of power grid infrastructure.
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Bettina
11 months ago
Okay, let me think this through step-by-step. Utility substations are key components of the power distribution grid, so the primary purpose is likely related to monitoring, control, or security of the grid. I'll need to evaluate each option closely to determine the best answer.
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Desirae
11 months ago
This seems like a straightforward question about the primary purpose of utility substations. I'm pretty confident I can answer this based on my understanding of power grid operations.
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Daren
11 months ago
Hmm, I'm not entirely sure about the primary purpose of utility substations. I'll need to think this through carefully and consider the options provided.
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Noelia
11 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know Splunk does a lot with data, but I can't remember if it actually parses the data into events. I might have to think this one through a bit more.
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Devorah
1 year ago
Substations are like the bouncers of the power grid - they make sure the electricity stays in line and doesn't cause any trouble. Option A all the way!
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Kattie
1 year ago
Physical security for the grid is crucial, but I don't think that's the primary purpose of substations. Option D seems a bit too specific.
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Pura
1 year ago
C) Volt-VAR reactive power control
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Zana
1 year ago
B) FLISR: fault isolation, recovery, and service restoration
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Ivan
1 year ago
A) monitor the reliable and efficient delivery of power into the distribution grid
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Brynn
1 year ago
Volt-VAR reactive power control is definitely an important feature, but I don't think it's the primary purpose. Option C is tempting, but I'm not sure it's the best answer.
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Leatha
1 year ago
C) Volt-VAR reactive power control
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Kaycee
1 year ago
B) FLISR: fault isolation, recovery, and service restoration
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Gilbert
1 year ago
A) monitor the reliable and efficient delivery of power into the distribution grid
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Frank
1 year ago
I think FLISR (fault isolation, recovery, and service restoration) is a key function of substations, so I'm leaning towards Option B.
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Samuel
1 year ago
The primary purpose of utility substations is to monitor the reliable and efficient delivery of power into the distribution grid. Option A seems like the most straightforward answer.
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Serina
1 year ago
B) FLISR: fault isolation, recovery, and service restoration
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Theola
1 year ago
A) monitor the reliable and efficient delivery of power into the distribution grid
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Owen
1 year ago
I think it could also be for providing physical security for the grid. That's crucial too.
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Marta
1 year ago
I agree with Deeanna. It's important to ensure the power is delivered efficiently to the grid.
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Deeanna
1 year ago
I think the primary purpose is to monitor the reliable and efficient delivery of power into the distribution grid.
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