CGEIT IT Resources Practice Question
A large organization is attempting to reduce technical debt. Which resource management approach is most effective?
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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Allocating a set percentage of capacity to technical debt remediation in every sprint/cycle
Allocating a fixed percentage of resources to technical debt reduction in every development cycle ensures continuous progress.
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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Outsourcing the maintenance of legacy systems
Why it's wrong here
This hides the debt rather than reducing it.
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Pausing all new development until all legacy systems are replaced
Why it's wrong here
This is not feasible and would stop business growth.
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Waiting for a major system failure to justify remediation budget
Why it's wrong here
This is reactive, risky, and expensive.
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Allocating a set percentage of capacity to technical debt remediation in every sprint/cycle
Why this is correct
This balances new features with debt reduction, ensuring progress without stopping development.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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