Which statement best describes the Data Security Lifecycle?

A$.$ The Data Security Lifecycle has six stages, can be non$-$linear, and is distinct in that data must always pass through all phases.

B$.$ The Data Security Lifecycle has five stages, can be non$-$linear, and is distinct in that data must always pass through all phases.

C$.$ The Data Security Lifecycle has five stages, is circular, and varies in that some data may never pass through all stages.

D$.$ The Data Security Lifecycle has six stages, can be non$-$linear, and varies in that some data may never pass through all stages.

E$.$ The Data Security Lifecycle has six stages, is strictly linear, and never varies.