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ACCA · Question 11 · Business functions, regulation and technology

A consortium of electronics manufacturers wants to ensure that the cobalt used in their batteries is not sourced from conflict zones. They implement a technology that creates an immutable, decentralized, and time-stamped digital ledger of every transaction from the mine to the factory. Which technology are they utilizing?

Answer options:

A.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

B.

Cloud Computing

C.

Blockchain

D.

Big Data Analytics

How to approach this question

Look for the keywords: 'immutable', 'decentralized', 'digital ledger'. These are the defining characteristics of blockchain technology.

Full Answer

C.Blockchain✓ Correct
Blockchain is a type of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). Its core features—immutability, decentralization, and transparency—make it highly effective for creating verifiable audit trails in complex supply chains.

Common mistakes

Selecting Cloud Computing because the data is stored 'online'. Cloud data can be altered by the host; blockchain data cannot be easily altered.

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