CGRC System Compliance Practice Question
You are utilizing the NIST SP 800-37 R2 process for an Authorization to Operate (ATO). At what point is the Security Assessment Report (SAR) presented to the Authorizing Official?
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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After the 'Assess' step and before the 'Authorize' step
The SAR provides the technical basis for the AO to make the risk-based decision after the assessment is complete.
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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During the 'Categorize' step
Why it's wrong here
Categorization is the first step of the RMF.
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After the 'Monitor' step
Why it's wrong here
Monitoring is the final, ongoing step.
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During the 'Prepare' step
Why it's wrong here
The SAR is generated during the 'Assess' step.
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After the 'Assess' step and before the 'Authorize' step
Why this is correct
The SAR is a required input for the authorization decision.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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