CGEIT Benefits Realization Practice Question
Which document is the primary source for defining the success criteria of an IT project?
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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The business case.
The business case provides the justification and the defined expected benefits for the project.
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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The vendor contract.
Why it's wrong here
The contract governs the legal relationship, not the business success.
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The technical design document.
Why it's wrong here
This defines how the system is built, not why it is successful.
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The business case.
Why this is correct
The business case establishes the return on investment and the benefits to be realized.
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The project charter.
Why it's wrong here
The charter provides authorization, but the business case details the value/success criteria.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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