CISA Governance and Management of IT Practice Question
According to COBIT 2019, which design factor is MOST critical for tailoring a governance system?
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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Enterprise strategy
Enterprise strategy determines the governance objectives and risk appetite, making it the most critical design factor. Options A, B, and C are all important but secondary; they influence the system but are driven by strategy.
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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Regulatory environment
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Regulations are constraints, but strategy defines compliance priorities.
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Technology complexity
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Complexity influences controls but is driven by strategy.
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Organizational size
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Size affects structure but is not the most critical factor.
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Enterprise strategy
Why this is correct
Correct. Strategy sets the direction for governance design.
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