CRISC IT Risk Assessment Practice Question
In qualitative risk analysis, a risk with a likelihood rating of 'High' and an impact rating of 'High' on a 5×5 heat map would typically be classified as:
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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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Critical
A 5×5 heat map often uses 'Critical' for the highest risk level (5×5).
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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High
Why it's wrong here
High is typically one step below critical.
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Low
Why it's wrong here
Low would be low likelihood and impact.
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Critical
Why this is correct
The highest combination is often labeled critical.
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Medium
Why it's wrong here
Medium might be medium likelihood/impact.
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