- A
ISO/IEC 27001
Why wrong: ISO 27001 is for information security management, not specific to AI.
- B
COBIT
Why wrong: COBIT is for IT governance, not AI-specific.
- C
NIST AI Risk Management Framework
NIST AI RMF is the U.S. standard for AI risk management.
- D
GDPR
Why wrong: GDPR is a data privacy regulation, not a governance framework.
Question 619 of 1,000
NIST AI Risk Management Framework for AI Governance
This AI0-001 practice question tests your understanding of ai security, ethics and governance. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Which AI governance framework is specifically designed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to help organizations manage AI risks?
Quick Answer
The NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) is the correct choice because it is the official AI governance framework developed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology to help organizations manage AI risks through a structured process of mapping, measuring, and managing trustworthiness characteristics. This framework stands apart from other governance models by focusing specifically on the unique risks of AI systems, such as bias, transparency, and explainability, rather than general IT security. On the CompTIA AI+ AI0-001 exam, this question tests your ability to distinguish between governance frameworks—a common trap is confusing NIST’s AI RMF with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), which addresses broader security risks rather than AI-specific concerns. To remember this, think of the acronym “RMF” as “Risk Management for AI,” and note that NIST is the only U.S. government agency that produces this specialized guidance.
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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NIST AI Risk Management Framework
The NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) is the specific governance framework developed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology to help organizations manage AI risks, including those related to trustworthiness, fairness, and robustness. It provides a structured approach for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the AI lifecycle, aligning with NIST's role in setting standards for cybersecurity and risk management.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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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ISO/IEC 27001
Why it's wrong here
ISO 27001 is for information security management, not specific to AI.
- ✗
COBIT
Why it's wrong here
COBIT is for IT governance, not AI-specific.
- ✓
NIST AI Risk Management Framework
Why this is correct
NIST AI RMF is the U.S. standard for AI risk management.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
GDPR
Why it's wrong here
GDPR is a data privacy regulation, not a governance framework.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Cisco often tests candidates by listing well-known frameworks or regulations (like ISO/IEC 27001 or GDPR) that are related to security or privacy but are not AI-specific, leading candidates to confuse general governance with the NIST AI RMF.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
The NIST AI RMF is organized around four core functions: Govern, Map, Measure, and Manage, which guide organizations in integrating risk management into AI system design, development, and deployment. It emphasizes socio-technical considerations, such as bias and transparency, and aligns with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework but is tailored for AI-specific challenges like adversarial attacks and model drift. In practice, organizations use the AI RMF to conduct impact assessments and implement controls that address both technical vulnerabilities and ethical concerns, such as ensuring fairness in automated decision-making systems.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the AI0-001 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this AI0-001 question test?
AI Security, Ethics and Governance — This question tests AI Security, Ethics and Governance — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: NIST AI Risk Management Framework — The NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) is the specific governance framework developed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology to help organizations manage AI risks, including those related to trustworthiness, fairness, and robustness. It provides a structured approach for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the AI lifecycle, aligning with NIST's role in setting standards for cybersecurity and risk management.
What should I do if I get this AI0-001 question wrong?
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