CGRC Control Selection Practice Question
When utilizing the NIST 800-53 control catalog, which field identifies the specific family to which a control belongs?
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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Control ID prefix.
Control identifiers in NIST 800-53 follow a format such as AC-2, where 'AC' refers to the Access Control family.
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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Control priority tag.
Why it's wrong here
Priority tags are used for implementation sequencing.
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The assignment statement.
Why it's wrong here
Assignments are used for tailoring.
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Control ID prefix.
Why this is correct
The prefix denotes the family, such as AC for Access Control.
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The control parameter list.
Why it's wrong here
Parameters define the specific values for the control.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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