What is the difference between latent conditions and active failures?

What is the difference between latent conditions and active failures?

• A. Latent conditions are systemic weaknesses not immediately causing harm; active failures are frontline errors by operators that cause immediate risk.
• B. Latent conditions are weather-related factors; active failures are equipment failures.
• C. Latent conditions are temporary; active failures are permanent.
• D. Latent conditions refer to pilot experience; active failures refer to autopilot mode.

Answer: (A)