When a ____ key pair is used, one key encrypts the data and the other key decrypts the data.
A) public/private
B) private/private
C) symmetric
D) bilateral

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Public/private key pairs are commonly used for encryption and decryption processes. One key (the public key) is used to encrypt the data, while the other key (the private key) is used to decrypt the data. This allows for secure communication and data transfer without the need for a shared secret key. The other options (B) private/private and (C) symmetric do not involve the use of separate public and private keys for encryption and decryption, and (D) bilateral is not a commonly used term in the context of cryptography.

When a ____ Key Pair Is Used, One Key Encrypts