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CRISC Practice Question: Which risk identification technique relies on…
Which risk identification technique relies on analyzing past incidents to predict future risks?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse 'brainstorming' (a forward-looking ideation method) with data-driven analysis, failing to recognize that only loss event data analysis explicitly relies on historical incident records to predict future risks.
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Why each option matters
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Loss event data analysis
Loss event data analysis (B) is the correct risk identification technique because it systematically examines historical incident records, such as security logs, breach reports, and audit findings, to identify patterns and trends that can predict future risks. This empirical approach leverages past loss events to quantify likelihood and impact, making it distinct from generative or qualitative methods.
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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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Brainstorming
Why it's wrong here
Brainstorming is a creative group activity, not based on past data.
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Loss event data analysis
Why this is correct
Loss event data analysis uses historical incident data to predict future risks.
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SWOT analysis
Why it's wrong here
SWOT analysis is a strategic tool, not specifically for risk identification.
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Delphi technique
Why it's wrong here
Delphi technique relies on expert opinions, not historical data.
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