CRISC IT Risk Assessment Practice Question
An organization decides to discontinue a high-risk business process that cannot be effectively mitigated. This is an example of which risk treatment option?
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 avoidance
Avoidance involves eliminating the activity that creates the risk, thus removing the risk entirely.
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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Risk acceptance
Why it's wrong here
Acceptance means continuing the activity and accepting the risk.
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Risk transfer
Why it's wrong here
Transfer involves shifting risk to a third party.
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Risk mitigation
Why it's wrong here
Mitigation would involve controls, not discontinuation.
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Risk avoidance
Why this is correct
Correct. Discontinuing the process avoids the risk.
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