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CRISC Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are characteristics of…
Which TWO of the following are characteristics of an effective key risk indicator (KRI)?
⚠ Common exam trap
A common mix-up: candidates confuse KRIs with KPIs or assume that more indicators provide better coverage, but the CRISC exam emphasizes that effective KRIs are leading, measurable, and limited in number to focus on the most significant risks.
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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Leading indicators that provide early warning.
Effective KRIs are leading indicators that provide early warning signals of increasing risk exposure, enabling proactive risk mitigation before an adverse event occurs. This aligns with the CRISC focus on forward-looking metrics that trigger preemptive actions, rather than merely reporting on past outcomes.
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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Leading indicators that provide early warning.
Why this is correct
Leading indicators are predictive.
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Large number of indicators to cover all risks.
Why it's wrong here
Too many KRIs reduce effectiveness.
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Measurable and quantifiable metrics.
Why this is correct
Measurability ensures objectivity.
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Lagging indicators that confirm past events.
Why it's wrong here
KRIs should be forward-looking.
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Qualitative assessments based on expert opinion.
Why it's wrong here
Qualitative can be subjective.
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