Which of the following is a common data removal option for companies that want to wipe sensitive data from hard drives in a repeatable manner but allow the hard drives to be reused?

Formatting a hard drive prepares it for use by creating a new file system, but it does not securely erase the data. In many cases, formatted data can be recovered using specialized software, making this method inadequate for companies that require guaranteed data destruction.

Degaussing involves using a powerful magnet to disrupt the magnetic fields on magnetic storage devices, effectively erasing all data. However, this method renders the hard drive unusable afterward, which contradicts the requirement for reuse. Companies looking to repurpose drives need a method that allows for data removal while maintaining drive functionality.

Defragmentation is a process that reorganizes fragmented data on a hard drive to improve performance. It does not remove data; instead, it optimizes data storage and access speed. Therefore, it does not fulfill the requirement for securely wiping sensitive information.