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id: 67d56bc68d5be7375973eab0
title: Task 50
challengeType: 19
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lang: en-US
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# --instructions--

Read the text and answer the question below.

# --questions--

## --text--

Mark decided to email Jessica to update her on his progress and to ask for guidance on a specific issue.

`Subject: Security Protocols Update – Encountering an Issue`

`Hi Jessica,`

`I've started working on the security protocols for the new project. I've updated my software tools to the latest versions and informed the team about setting up multi-factor authentication. Everyone, including QA, is aware that it's mandatory, and we're making sure it's properly implemented.`

`However, I've run into a problem with data encryption. I understand that all sensitive data must be encrypted and that encryption keys must be stored securely, but I'm not sure if we have a specific method or tool for this. Do we have any guidelines on which encryption standards to follow? Also, should we run any tests after encryption to ensure everything is secure?`

`Let me know how to proceed. Thanks for your help!`

`Best,`

`Mark`

What is the main purpose of Mark's email?

## --answers--

To report a security breach.

### --feedback--

Mark is working on security improvements, but he does not mention a security breach.

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To request additional team members.

### --feedback--

Mark does not ask for more people to join the project.

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To update Jessica on his progress and ask for guidance on encryption.

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To propose a new security policy.

### --feedback--

Mark is following existing security protocols, not creating a new policy.

## --video-solution--

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# --explanation--

To find the correct answer, focus on two key parts of Mark's email.

`I've started working on the security protocols...` – This shows Mark is giving an update about his progress.

`I'm not sure if we have a specific method or tool for this...` – This shows that Mark is also asking for guidance on encryption.

These details show that Mark is both updating Jessica and requesting help.
