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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D. Date and time-stamp reviews of source and object code
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