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Which of the following controls would be MOST effective in
ensuring that production source code and object code are
synchronized?
A. Release-to-release source and object comparison reports
B. Library control software restricting changes to source code
C. Restricted access to source code and object code
D. Date and time-stamp reviews of source and object code
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Answer: D
Date and time stamp reviews of source and object code would
ensure that source code, which has been compiled matches the
production object code. This is the most effective way to
ensure that the approved production source code is compiled
and is the one being used.
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