Isaca CISA Exam - Topic 8 Question 79 Discussion

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Question #: 79
Topic #: 8

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Which of the following is the BEST way to determine whether a test of a disaster recovery plan (DRP) was successful?

AAnalyze whether predetermined test objectives were met.

BPerform testing at the backup data center.

CEvaluate participation by key personnel.

DTest offsite backup files.

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Suggested Answer: A

The best point in time to conduct a post-implementation review is after a full processing cycle. A post-implementation review is conducted to verify that the implemented system meets the original requirements and that it is operating as intended. Therefore, it is important to wait until the system has gone through a full processing cycle, so that any errors or issues can be identified and addressed. This allows the organization to make sure that the system is stable and reliable before it is put into production.

by Marylou at Jun 23, 2024, 08:32 AM

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Selma

3 months ago

Totally agree with A! It’s all about those test objectives!

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Justine

3 months ago

Wait, how can you be sure the objectives were realistic in A?

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Marilynn

3 months ago

B seems like a good option too, but not the best.

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Louann

4 months ago

I think C is just as important. Key personnel need to be involved!

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Milly

4 months ago

A is definitely the best choice! Meeting objectives is key.

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In

4 months ago

I feel like testing offsite backup files is important too, but I can't recall if it directly indicates the success of the entire disaster recovery plan.

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Chandra

4 months ago

Testing at the backup data center seems like a solid option, but I wonder if it really reflects the overall effectiveness of the DRP.

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Irma

4 months ago

I remember a practice question where evaluating participation by key personnel was highlighted as important, but it feels like it might not cover everything.

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Clare

5 months ago

I think analyzing whether predetermined test objectives were met is crucial, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the only measure of success.

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Delila

5 months ago

I've got this! Analyzing the test objectives is definitely the way to go. That's the most holistic approach to determine if the DRP test was a success. I feel confident about this one.

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Hana

5 months ago

Ah, this is a tricky one. I'm leaning towards option A, but I'm also wondering if testing the offsite backup files could be important. I'll need to review my notes on disaster recovery plan testing to make the best decision.

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Tamra

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'm thinking the backup data center testing or evaluating key personnel participation could also be good indicators of success. I'll need to weigh the options carefully.

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Margurite

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question. I'll focus on analyzing whether the test objectives were met, as that seems like the most comprehensive way to evaluate the success of the disaster recovery plan test.

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Edelmira

5 months ago

I'm a bit confused by the multiple Recover stages. I'm not sure if they're all going to be responsive or if only one will handle the Exception.

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Aracelis

5 months ago

Hmm, this looks like a straightforward question about the differences between VRRPv2 and VRRPv3. I'll need to recall the key features of each version to determine the correct answer.

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Bettina

5 months ago

I think reducing suppliers could lead to supplier operational integration, but I'm not completely sure.

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Antonio

9 months ago

Ah, the age-old question of 'how do you know if your disaster recovery plan works?' Simple - just unplug everything and see what happens. What could go wrong?

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Shenika

8 months ago

D) Test offsite backup files.

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Chu

8 months ago

C) Evaluate participation by key personnel.

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Daron

8 months ago

B) Perform testing at the backup data center.

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Dominga

8 months ago

A) Analyze whether predetermined test objectives were met.

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Delfina

9 months ago

I bet the exam writer is just trying to see if we're paying attention. 'Best way'? Psh, I'd just wing it and hope for the best!

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Layla

10 months ago

Testing the offsite backup files? Surely, that's just step one. The real test is whether the entire recovery process was successful.

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Fallon

8 months ago

C) Evaluate participation by key personnel.

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Louvenia

8 months ago

B) Perform testing at the backup data center.

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Beula

9 months ago

A) Analyze whether predetermined test objectives were met.

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Brandon

10 months ago

Evaluating the participation of key personnel is important, but it doesn't tell the whole story. The true test is whether the plan worked as intended.

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Burma

9 months ago

C) Evaluate participation by key personnel.

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Dorian

9 months ago

B) Perform testing at the backup data center.

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Ettie

9 months ago

A) Analyze whether predetermined test objectives were met.

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Marsha

10 months ago

Testing at the backup data center is a good idea, but it's not the best way to determine if the test was successful. You need to look at the actual results.

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Cherry

8 months ago

Testing at the backup data center is a good idea, but it's not the best way to determine if the test was successful. You need to look at the actual results.

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Teri

8 months ago

C) Evaluate participation by key personnel.

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Justine

10 months ago

A) Analyze whether predetermined test objectives were met.

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Lucy

10 months ago

I believe evaluating participation by key personnel (C) is crucial to ensure the effectiveness of the disaster recovery plan.

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Carman

11 months ago

I agree with Willodean. Testing at the backup data center (B) may not necessarily determine the success of the DRP.

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Jospeh

11 months ago

Analyzing whether the predetermined test objectives were met seems like the most logical approach. That's how you can really gauge the effectiveness of the DRP.

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