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CRISC Practice Question: Which THREE of the following are valid risk…
Which THREE of the following are valid risk response options according to the ISACA risk management framework? (Select 3)
⚠ Common exam trap
A common mix-up: candidates confuse 'monitor the risk' as a valid response option, but ISACA requires a specific action (avoid, mitigate, transfer, accept) rather than a passive monitoring activity.
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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Mitigate the risk through controls
Risk mitigation involves implementing controls to reduce the likelihood or impact of a risk to an acceptable level. In the ISACA framework, this is a primary risk response option, often achieved through technical controls like firewalls, encryption, or access management systems.
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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Enhance the risk to gain strategic advantage
Why it's wrong here
Enhancement is not a standard risk response for IT risks.
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Mitigate the risk through controls
Why this is correct
Reducing likelihood or impact.
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Avoid the risk
Why this is correct
Eliminating the activity that causes the risk.
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Monitor the risk without taking action
Why it's wrong here
Monitoring is part of risk management but not a response option; it is ongoing.
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Transfer the risk via insurance
Why this is correct
Shifting risk to a third party.
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