CompTIA Security+ Question A-10

Which of the following would be a reason for developers to utilize an AES cipher in CCM mode (Counter with Chain Block Message Authentication Code)?

A. It enables the ability to reverse the encryption with a separate key
B. It allows for one time pad inclusions with the passphrase
C. Counter mode alternates between synchronous and asynchronous encryption
D. It allows a block cipher to function as a steam cipher

Answer: D