CAS-004 Governance, Risk, and Compliance Practice Question
Which of the following is the correct order of the security policy hierarchy from highest to lowest?
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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Policy → Standard → Guideline → Procedure
The typical hierarchy is Policy (high-level), Standard (mandatory controls), Guideline (recommended), Procedure (step-by-step).
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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Policy → Standard → Guideline → Procedure
Why this is correct
Correct: Policy sets the direction, Standard defines mandatory requirements, Guideline offers recommendations, Procedure details steps.
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Standard → Policy → Guideline → Procedure
Why it's wrong here
Policy is higher than Standard.
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Policy → Guideline → Standard → Procedure
Why it's wrong here
Standard comes before Guideline.
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Procedure → Guideline → Standard → Policy
Why it's wrong here
Reverse order.
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