ISC Contingency Management Practice Question
Which document serves as the primary governing authority to define the triggers, escalation paths, and communication roles during a declared crisis event?
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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Crisis Management Plan (CMP)
The Crisis Management Plan provides the governance for decision-making during a crisis, whereas the DRP focuses on technical restoration.
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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Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
Why it's wrong here
BIA is a planning document, not an execution/communication plan for a crisis.
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Crisis Management Plan (CMP)
Why this is correct
The CMP specifically addresses leadership, communication, and decision-making during crisis events.
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Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
Why it's wrong here
SOPs are granular technical steps, not high-level governance for crisis leadership.
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Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
Why it's wrong here
DRP is focused on the restoration of IT systems, not the overall organizational crisis management.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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