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CISA Practice Question: In a RACI matrix, the person who is ultimately…
In a RACI matrix, the person who is ultimately accountable for a process outcome is assigned which role?
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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Accountable
Accountable (A) is the person ultimately answerable for the task or decision. Responsible (R) does the work.
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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Informed
Why it's wrong here
Informed parties are merely kept updated on progress and decisions, holding neither accountability nor execution duty; the Accountable role owns the outcome. Informed is tempting because communication feels like involvement, and it is correct when the requirement is to notify stakeholders after a decision rather than assign ownership.
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Accountable
Why this is correct
In a RACI matrix, Accountable designates the single person ultimately answerable for the process outcome, approving the work. Responsible performs the task; Consulted and Informed merely advise or receive updates, so Accountable matches the stem.
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Consulted
Why it's wrong here
Consulted parties provide input before a decision but hold no accountability for the outcome; the accountable role is Accountable, a single person who owns the result. Consulted is tempting because these stakeholders influence the process and must be engaged, which is correct when seeking expert input rather than assigning ownership.
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Responsible
Why it's wrong here
Responsible means the person who performs the work, not the one answerable for the outcome; accountability rests with the Accountable role. Responsible is tempting because it sounds like ownership, and it is the right assignment when designating who actually executes the task rather than who answers for it.
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