Video Camera Security Control Classification
Short answer
BC Detective Deterrent
Question
Key Takeaways
The exam tests the ability to distinguish between control types based on visibility and function, specifically recognizing that visible cameras act as both a warning (deterrent) and a recording mechanism (detective).
This question examines the dual classification of physical surveillance as both a detective and deterrent control. It establishes that visible monitoring serves to identify incidents after they occur while simultaneously discouraging them before they happen.
Common mistake: Learners often select only 'Detective' because cameras record evidence, missing the critical 'Deterrent' aspect provided by their prominent placement which aims to prevent the incident entirely.
Expert Analysis
Why the Answer Is Correct
Visible video cameras serve two primary functions in security architecture. First, they are Deterrent controls because their presence is designed to discourage potential intruders or wrongdoers from committing acts due to the fear of being caught. Second, they are Detective controls because they actively monitor and record activities to identify security incidents or violations as they happen or for post-incident analysis.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Technical controls involve hardware or software mechanisms like encryption or firewalls; while cameras have technical components, the control type classification here focuses on their operational role. Managerial controls are policies and procedures governed by management, not physical devices. Compensating controls are alternative measures used when primary controls cannot be implemented, which does not apply to standard lobby surveillance.
Community Comment Notes
Community consensus strongly supports options B and C. As user russian noted, "Deterrent controls are designed to discourage potential intruders... Detective controls are designed to identify and detect security incidents." Another user, Benrosan, succinctly summarized this duality: "Cameras detect and deter."
Exam Strategy
When analyzing physical security controls, always consider the intent and visibility. If a control is visible and aims to stop an action, it is Deterrent. If it records or alerts to an action, it is Detective. Many physical controls, like fences or cameras, can serve multiple roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are cameras not Technical controls?
Can a control be both Detective and Deterrent?
Community Votes
100% of anonymous learners picked answer BC. Votes are pick records left by other test-takers — they are not the verified answer.
Discussion 4 contributions
Compiled from public community threads and reader submissions, lightly edited for clarity. Handles and vote tallies are shown as recorded, and comments reflect the views of individual contributors.
From public community threads 4
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russian 👍 2C. Deterrent B. Detective Explanation: -Deterrent controls are designed to discourage potential intruders or wrongdoers from committing unlawful acts by creating a visible deterrent. In this case, the presence of video cameras in a prominent location serves as a deterrent to discourage unauthorized behavior. -Detective controls are designed to identify and detect security incidents or violations after they have occurred. Video cameras serve as detective controls by recording footage that can be reviewed in case of security incidents or suspicious activities.
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Benrosan 👍 4Cameras detect and deter.
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shady23 👍 3B. Detective C. Deterrent
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Hs1208 👍 1BC. Detective and Deterrent.
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