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200-201 Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are key elements that…
Which TWO of the following are key elements that should be included in an incident response plan?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between the incident response plan (strategic, process-oriented) and incident response playbooks (tactical, attack-specific), causing candidates to mistakenly select detailed technical instructions or tool lists as key elements of the plan.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Roles and responsibilities of the incident response team
Clearly defining roles and responsibilities ensures that each incident response team member knows their specific duties during a security incident, which is a foundational element of any incident response plan as outlined in NIST SP 800-61. Without this clarity, response efforts can become chaotic, leading to delays in containment and remediation.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Requirements for antivirus software on endpoints
Why it's wrong here
This is a preventative measure, not part of incident response planning.
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List of approved forensic tools
Why it's wrong here
Tools may be mentioned but are not a fundamental element of the plan.
- ✓
Roles and responsibilities of the incident response team
Why this is correct
Essential for coordination during an incident.
- ✗
Step-by-step technical remediation instructions for specific attack types
Why it's wrong here
These are playbooks, not core plan elements; the plan outlines the process.
- ✓
Communication and escalation procedures
Why this is correct
Critical for notifying stakeholders and coordinating response.
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