In access control terminology, what does 'authentication' refer to?

In access control terminology, what does

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AVerifying that a person is who they claim to be
BGranting a person permission to enter a specific area
CRecording the time and date of an access event
DLocking a door after hours

✓ Correct answer: A. Verifying that a person is who they claim to be Authentication is the process of verifying identity—confirming that the person presenting credentials is indeed who they claim to be. Authorization (granting access) is a separate step that follows authentication.

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