CRISC Risk Response and Reporting Practice Question
In the context of IT risk reporting to the board, which THREE elements should be included to effectively communicate risk?
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
✓
Top risks and status
A risk heat map, top risks and status, and risk trend analysis help the board understand the current and evolving risk landscape.
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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Detailed technical logs
Why it's wrong here
Too granular for board-level reporting.
- ✓
Top risks and status
Why this is correct
Highlights key concerns and progress.
- ✓
Risk heat map
Why this is correct
Provides a visual summary of risk posture.
- ✗
Employee performance reviews
Why it's wrong here
Not relevant to risk reporting.
- ✓
Risk trend analysis
Why this is correct
Shows how risks are changing over time.
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