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CISA Practice Question: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
An IS auditor is reviewing an agile software development project. Which of the following is the most important control to assess?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Sprint review
In agile, the sprint review provides an opportunity to demonstrate completed work and obtain stakeholder feedback, acting as a key control for quality and acceptance.
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Sprint review
Why this is correct
Correct. The sprint review is a control point where stakeholders validate delivered functionality.
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Daily standup meetings
Why it's wrong here
Standups are for coordination, not control.
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Retrospective
Why it's wrong here
Retrospectives focus on process improvement, not acceptance.
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Product backlog
Why it's wrong here
The backlog is a prioritization tool, not a control.
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