CDPSE Privacy Governance Practice Question
What is the main purpose of a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) in the governance framework?
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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To identify and mitigate privacy risks early in the process.
PIAs identify and mitigate privacy risks before processing begins.
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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To identify and mitigate privacy risks early in the process.
Why this is correct
Proactive risk identification is the core purpose of a PIA.
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To calculate the financial costs of IT staff.
Why it's wrong here
PIAs focus on privacy risk, not IT payroll.
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To increase the speed of product deployment.
Why it's wrong here
PIAs may slow down deployment to ensure safety.
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To fulfill a mandatory public relations requirement.
Why it's wrong here
PIAs are operational, not just PR tools.
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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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