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CRISC Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are appropriate…
Which TWO of the following are appropriate actions when a control deficiency is identified during monitoring? (Select exactly two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
A common mix-up: candidates confuse 'immediate termination' (Option E) with accountability, but CRISC emphasizes corrective and preventive actions over punitive measures, and ignoring minor deficiencies (Option D) violates the principle of continuous monitoring.
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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Document the deficiency and its impact
Documenting the deficiency and its impact is a fundamental step in the risk and control monitoring process. It ensures that the nature, severity, and potential consequences of the control failure are formally recorded, which is essential for risk assessment, reporting, and audit trails. Without this documentation, the organization cannot properly evaluate the risk exposure or justify remediation efforts.
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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Increase the risk appetite
Why it's wrong here
Should not be adjusted for control failures.
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Document the deficiency and its impact
Why this is correct
Proper documentation is essential.
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Assign a remediation plan with deadlines
Why this is correct
Ensures corrective action.
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Ignore if the deficiency is minor
Why it's wrong here
All deficiencies should be addressed.
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Immediately terminate the control owner
Why it's wrong here
Extreme and not appropriate.
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