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CISA Practice Question: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
An IS auditor is evaluating the vendor selection process for a new system. Which of the following is the most important factor to include in the contract?
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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Audit rights
Audit rights are critical for the organization to verify the vendor's controls and compliance, especially for outsourced systems.
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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Timeframe for delivery
Why it's wrong here
Delivery timeframe is operational.
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Fixed price
Why it's wrong here
Pricing is important but not as critical as audit rights.
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Audit rights
Why this is correct
Correct. Audit rights allow the organization to assess vendor controls.
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Warranty period
Why it's wrong here
Warranty is standard but less critical than audit rights.
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