CRISC IT Risk Assessment Practice Question
A risk practitioner is prioritizing IT risks for treatment. Which factor should be the PRIMARY basis for prioritization?
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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Risk level (inherent or residual)
Risk prioritization is primarily based on the level of risk (inherent or residual) to allocate resources to the most critical risks. Ease of mitigation, cost, and business unit preference are secondary.
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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Ease of implementing controls
Why it's wrong here
Convenience should not drive prioritization.
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Risk level (inherent or residual)
Why this is correct
Higher risk levels warrant higher priority.
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Cost of controls
Why it's wrong here
Cost is important but not the primary basis.
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Business unit manager's preference
Why it's wrong here
Subjective preferences are not the primary basis.
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