312-39 Security Operations And Management Practice Question
Which TWO factors are most critical when calculating the ROI of a SOC?
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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Cost of potential data breach incidents
ROI in a SOC is calculated by comparing the reduction in risk (potential cost of breach) and the operational costs (tools/personnel).
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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Cost of potential data breach incidents
Why this is correct
This defines the value of the SOC.
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Total cost of security personnel and tools
Why this is correct
This defines the operational investment.
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Number of social media followers
Why it's wrong here
Irrelevant metric.
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Office space square footage
Why it's wrong here
Operational overhead, not a primary ROI factor.
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Number of coffee machines in the SOC
Why it's wrong here
Irrelevant.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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