CGEIT Benefits Realization Practice Question
Why should IT projects include a 'disbenefit' analysis in their business case?
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 provide a transparent and realistic view of the project's impact.
Ignoring disbenefits makes the business case look artificially positive and leads to poor decision-making.
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 increase the project budget.
Why it's wrong here
Disbenefit analysis is about accuracy, not budget inflation.
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To reduce the amount of documentation required.
Why it's wrong here
It actually increases documentation.
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To provide a transparent and realistic view of the project's impact.
Why this is correct
Full disclosure of both pros and cons is necessary for governance.
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To satisfy the software vendor's requirements.
Why it's wrong here
Vendors don't require this analysis.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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