ISC Risk Management Practice Question
During a merger, you identify two different risk assessment methodologies. What is the best strategy for the ISSMP?
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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Develop a unified risk assessment framework for the combined entity
Harmonizing methodologies allows for a unified risk view across the enterprise, which is essential for consistent governance.
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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Develop a unified risk assessment framework for the combined entity
Why this is correct
A unified framework ensures consistency and comparable risk data.
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Ignore the methodologies and rely on external audits
Why it's wrong here
Audits are not a substitute for internal risk management.
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Force the smaller entity to adopt the larger one's tool
Why it's wrong here
May not account for different technical architectures.
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Keep both and report separately
Why it's wrong here
Creates inconsistencies in board reporting.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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