Which best describes the purpose of the ALE calculation?

A.
Quantifies the security level of the environment

B.
Estimates the loss possible for a countermeasure

C.
Quantifies the cost/benefit result

D.
Estimates the loss potential of a threat in a year span

Explanation:
The ALE calculation estimates the potential loss that can affect one
asset from a specific threat within a one-year time span. This value is used to
figure out the amount of money that should be earmarked to protect this asset from
this threat.