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CAS-004 Practice Question: Which THREE of the following are required…
Which THREE of the following are required components of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) per ISO 22301?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the distinction between a BCP (organizational continuity) and a DRP (technical recovery), leading candidates to mistakenly select detailed IT recovery procedures as a BCP component.
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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Scope and policy for business continuity
ISO 22301 mandates that a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) must include the scope and policy for business continuity (Option B) to define the boundaries and objectives of the BCP. This ensures alignment with organizational strategy and compliance requirements, as specified in Clause 4.3 (Scope) and Clause 5.2 (Policy) of the standard.
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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Detailed technical recovery procedures for IT systems
Why it's wrong here
Detailed technical procedures are part of the DR plan, not the BCP.
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Scope and policy for business continuity
Why this is correct
The BCP must define its scope and the policy that drives it.
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Vulnerability scanner configuration
Why it's wrong here
Vulnerability scanning is part of risk management, not BCP.
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Communication and notification plan
Why this is correct
The BCP must include how to communicate with stakeholders during a disruption.
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Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
Why this is correct
BIA identifies critical functions and their recovery priorities.
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