CRISC Information Technology and Security Practice Question
A company is implementing COBIT 2019 and wants to ensure that risk management activities are aligned with business objectives. Which governance objective is primarily responsible for evaluating, directing, and monitoring risk management?
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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EDM03 — Ensure Risk Optimization
COBIT 2019 defines EDM03 (Ensure Risk Optimization) as the governance objective that covers evaluating, directing, and monitoring risk management to optimize risk exposure.
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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EDM01 — Ensure Governance Framework Setting and Maintenance
Why it's wrong here
EDM01 focuses on establishing the governance framework, not specifically risk optimization.
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EDM04 — Ensure Resource Optimization
Why it's wrong here
EDM04 focuses on resource management, not risk optimization.
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EDM02 — Ensure Benefits Delivery
Why it's wrong here
EDM02 focuses on optimizing value from IT investments, not risk management.
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EDM03 — Ensure Risk Optimization
Why this is correct
EDM03 is specifically designed to evaluate, direct, and monitor risk management.
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