Which term describes downtime that reduces productivity leading to productivity loss?

• A. Data Compromise
• B. Cost of Repairs
• C. Data Loss
• D. Loss of Reputation

Answer: (C)

Downtime that reduces productivity happens when essential data is lost or becomes inaccessible, stopping work and lowering output. Data loss directly describes this scenario: losing data or having it corrupted forces delays and halts in everyday operations, leading to a productivity drop. Other options describe different outcomes—breaches, financial repair costs, or reputational harm—that don’t pinpoint the immediate impact on work can proceed—so data loss best captures the described downtime and its effect on productivity.