CISM Incident Management Practice Question
An organization has experienced a P2 incident. According to standard incident severity definitions, which response timeframe is typically expected?
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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Response during business hours
P2 (high) incidents require a response during business hours, as they have significant but not critical impact.
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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Scheduled remediation at the next maintenance window
Why it's wrong here
That is for low-severity incidents.
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Response during business hours
Why this is correct
P2 incidents are handled during normal business hours.
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Response within 72 hours
Why it's wrong here
72 hours is a regulatory notification deadline, not a response timeframe.
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24/7 response until resolved
Why it's wrong here
That is for P1 incidents.
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