Which statement best describes a metadirectory?

• A. It synchronizes with LDAP only
• B. It synchronizes directory servers from different vendors
• C. It stores password hashes
• D. It replaces identity databases

Answer: (B)

A metadirectory acts as an integration hub that connects multiple directory services and keeps identity data in sync across them. It pulls information from directory servers that may come from different vendors and propagates updates so user attributes, accounts, and group memberships stay consistent everywhere. That cross-vendor synchronization is what makes a metadirectory distinct. It’s not primarily about storing password hashes, nor does it replace the underlying identity databases; instead it coordinates data among them to provide a unified view of identities.