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CRISC Practice Question: Uses a risk and control monitoring system that…
An organization uses a risk and control monitoring system that generates weekly reports. The reports show a key control as 'effective' for the past three months. However, during a recent audit, a significant control failure was discovered. Which TWO of the following are MOST likely root causes for this discrepancy? (Choose two.)
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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The control test sample was not representative.
Options D and E are correct. A non-representative test sample (D) would fail to detect failures in parts of the population not sampled, leading to a false 'effective' rating. KRI thresholds set too high (E) would prevent alerts even when control failures occur, masking the true status. Option A (data integrity issue) is possible but less likely given the system generated consistent reports. Option B (inaccurate reporting by control owner) is plausible but assumes deliberate misrepresentation, which is not indicated as a root cause. Option C (low monitoring frequency) would affect detection, but three months of effective reports suggests frequency alone is not the primary issue.
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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The reporting system had a data integrity issue.
Why it's wrong here
Possible but less likely given the consistent reporting.
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The control owner was not reporting accurately.
Why it's wrong here
If the system is automated, reporting accuracy is less likely.
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The monitoring frequency was too low.
Why it's wrong here
Three months of effective reporting suggests sufficient frequency.
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The control test sample was not representative.
Why this is correct
A non-representative sample can miss failures.
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The KRI thresholds were set too high.
Why this is correct
High thresholds would not trip alerts for smaller failures.
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Last reviewed: Jun 24, 2026
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