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CGRC Assessment And Audit Practice Question

Which THREE items are critical when verifying an organization's Compliance with NIST SP 800-53?

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

System Security Plan (SSP)

NIST compliance requires a review of the SSP, the assessment of the controls, and the documentation of any deficiencies in a POA&M.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • System Security Plan (SSP)

    Why this is correct

    Baseline requirement.

  • Annual report of stock performance

    Why it's wrong here

    Irrelevant.

  • Security Assessment Report (SAR)

    Why this is correct

    Output of control assessment.

  • Internal marketing strategy

    Why it's wrong here

    Irrelevant.

  • POA&M

    Why this is correct

    Tracks remediation.

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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint

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