CAS-004 Governance, Risk, and Compliance Practice Question
An organization is developing a security policy hierarchy. Which TWO of the following correctly represent the typical order from highest to lowest level in a policy framework? (Select TWO.)
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Policy, Standard, Guideline, Procedure
The policy hierarchy typically is: Policy (high-level requirements), Standard (mandatory rules), Guideline (recommended practices), Procedure (step-by-step instructions). The correct order is Policy then Procedure is not correct; Policy, Standard, Guideline, Procedure is the full order.
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Policy, Standard, Guideline, Procedure
Why this is correct
This is the correct hierarchy from highest to lowest.
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Policy, Procedure, Guideline, Standard
Why it's wrong here
Standard should come before guideline and procedure.
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Guideline, Policy, Standard, Procedure
Why it's wrong here
Guideline is lower than policy and standard.
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Standard, Policy, Procedure, Guideline
Why it's wrong here
Policy should be above standard.
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Policy is the highest level document
Why this is correct
Policy sets the overall direction and is at the top of the hierarchy.
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