AAIR AI Risk Governance And Framework Integration Practice Question
What is the first step in performing an AI Risk Assessment?
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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Defining the scope, context, and purpose of the AI system.
The first step is identifying the AI system and defining its intended purpose (Context).
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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Hiring a security consultant.
Why it's wrong here
Resource acquisition happens later, after assessment needs are defined.
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Updating the company website.
Why it's wrong here
This is unrelated to risk assessment.
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Running a bias test.
Why it's wrong here
You cannot test for bias until you know the model's purpose.
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Defining the scope, context, and purpose of the AI system.
Why this is correct
Scoping is always the first step in any risk assessment process.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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