AI0-001 AI Security, Ethics and Governance Practice Question
A financial institution uses a deep learning model for loan approvals. Under the EU AI Act, this is considered a high-risk AI system. Which mandatory requirement must the institution fulfill before deployment?
⚠ Common exam trap
The AI0-001 exam often tests the misconception that all AI systems require public transparency or external certification, but the EU AI Act specifically mandates internal risk and bias assessments for high-risk systems, not broad publication or ISO standards.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Conduct a risk assessment and bias testing
Under the EU AI Act, high-risk AI systems must undergo a conformity assessment that includes a risk assessment and bias testing to ensure fairness, transparency, and non-discrimination before deployment. This requirement is mandated by Articles 9 and 10 of the Act, which specifically address risk management and data governance for high-risk systems. Option D correctly identifies this mandatory step, as the institution must demonstrate that the model does not produce biased outcomes that could lead to discriminatory lending practices.
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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Obtain certification from an ISO 27001 auditor
Why it's wrong here
ISO 27001 is for information security, not specifically for AI systems.
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Publish the model's source code publicly
Why it's wrong here
Open-source is not a requirement; proprietary systems are allowed.
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Register the AI system with the national data protection authority
Why it's wrong here
Registration is not specifically required for all high-risk systems; conformity assessment is.
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Conduct a risk assessment and bias testing
Why this is correct
The EU AI Act mandates a risk management system and bias audits for high-risk systems.
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