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Isaca CISA Exam - Topic 7 Question 73 Discussion

Actual exam question for Isaca's CISA exam
Question #: 73
Topic #: 7
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During a project audit, an IS auditor notes that project reporting does not accurately reflect current progress. Which of the following is the GREATEST resulting impact?

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Suggested Answer: C

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Shonda
3 months ago
Totally agree with C. Without proper governance, projects can go off the rails!
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Laurel
3 months ago
D seems a bit extreme. QA reviews can be managed, right?
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Maynard
3 months ago
Surprised that no one mentioned A. Replacing the PM could be a big deal!
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Kristeen
4 months ago
I think B is more critical. The board needs accurate info.
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Kirk
4 months ago
C is definitely the biggest issue here. Governance is key!
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Johnetta
4 months ago
I feel like option B might be significant too, but if the steering committee can't govern, that could lead to bigger problems down the line.
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Gabriele
4 months ago
This question feels familiar; I think we had a similar one about project oversight. I lean towards option C being the most critical.
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Doug
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I think the impact on governance might be the biggest issue. If they can't govern effectively, the project could really go off track.
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Tina
5 months ago
I remember we discussed how inaccurate reporting can really hinder decision-making, especially for the steering committee.
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Rosio
5 months ago
I feel pretty confident about this one. Inaccurate project reporting would undermine the effectiveness of the project steering committee, so I'm going to select option C as the greatest impact.
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Beth
5 months ago
This is a tricky one. I can see how each of these options could be a potential impact, but I'm not sure which one is the "greatest." I'll have to weigh the relative importance of each before making a decision.
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Viva
5 months ago
Okay, I think I've got it. If the project reporting doesn't accurately reflect progress, that would mean the board of directors isn't getting complete information, which is the biggest issue here. I'll go with option B.
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Johnson
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The options seem similar, and I want to make sure I understand the nuances between them. I'll read through them again slowly and think it through.
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Cordelia
5 months ago
This seems like a straightforward question about the impact of inaccurate project reporting. I'll carefully review the options and choose the one that best describes the greatest impact.
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Sueann
5 months ago
Alright, let me think this through step-by-step. I know Scope 3 emissions are indirect emissions, so I need to find where Net Zero Cloud covers those. I think I can work this out.
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Latia
5 months ago
Okay, I think I've got a strategy for this. I'll focus on finding the option that best balances security and cost savings.
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Shawna
5 months ago
I'm not completely sure, but I think the answer might be "carve-out" since they're using a separate organization for mental health.
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Isabella
5 months ago
Okay, I've got this. The project plan should cover things like identifying the right team, defining the key study attributes, and addressing any constraints. I'll select the options that best fit those criteria.
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Elfriede
2 years ago
Yes, if the project reporting is inaccurate, it may not meet the required quality standards.
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Samira
2 years ago
I'm worried that the project may not withstand a quality assurance review.
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Leonardo
2 years ago
That's true, without accurate information, decision-making becomes difficult.
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Ciara
2 years ago
I believe the project steering committee cannot provide effective governance without accurate reporting.
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Edda
2 years ago
Agreed, it can lead to project failure if not addressed properly.
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Letha
2 years ago
I think the impact of inaccurate project reporting is significant.
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Elenora
2 years ago
So, the correct answer would be C) The project steering committee cannot provide effective governance.
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Claribel
2 years ago
Yes, if the reporting is inaccurate, it would be difficult for the project steering committee to make informed decisions.
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Truman
2 years ago
I think the greatest impact would be that the project steering committee cannot provide effective governance.
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Laurel
2 years ago
I agree. It's crucial to understand the impact of inaccurate project reporting.
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Elenora
2 years ago
I feel like this question is really important for the exam.
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Jeannine
2 years ago
You know, if I was the project manager and my reporting was messed up, I'd be more worried about keeping my job than anything else. Just sayin'.
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Katina
2 years ago
Hmm, I see the logic in all of those options, but I think C is the most accurate. Without effective governance, the project is going to be a hot mess, no matter what else happens.
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Catarina
2 years ago
I don't know, I'm kind of leaning towards A. If the project manager is that incompetent, they might need to be replaced before the project can get back on track.
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Georgene
2 years ago
You guys are overthinking this. It's clearly D - if the project can't pass a QA review, it's going to be in big trouble. That's the biggest impact in my opinion.
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Carrol
2 years ago
I agree with the original comment, D is the most crucial.
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Xuan
2 years ago
B is also a pretty big issue.
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Dante
2 years ago
I disagree, A would cause the most trouble.
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Shawnda
2 years ago
I think C is the biggest impact.
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Carey
2 years ago
I disagree, I think B is the biggest impact. If the board of directors isn't getting the full picture, they could make some really bad decisions that could derail the entire project.
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Yan
2 years ago
I disagree, I think B is the biggest impact. If the board of directors isn't getting the full picture, they could make some really bad decisions that could derail the entire project.
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Barrett
2 years ago
D) The project will not withstand a quality assurance (QA) review.
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Jesus
2 years ago
C) The project steering committee cannot provide effective governance.
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Kelvin
2 years ago
B) The project reporting to the board of directors will be incomplete.
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Milly
2 years ago
A) The project manager will have to be replaced.
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Gwen
2 years ago
Oh man, this question is a tricky one. Inaccurate project reporting? That's a major issue. I'm leaning towards C, because if the steering committee can't provide effective governance, the whole project could go off the rails.
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