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CRISC · Question #453

Which of the following is MOST important to update following a change in organizational risk appetite and tolerance?

The correct answer is C. Risk profile. Following a change in organizational risk appetite and tolerance, it is most important to update the risk profile to reflect the new acceptable levels of risk.

Submitted by sofia.br· Apr 18, 2026Governance

Question

Which of the following is MOST important to update following a change in organizational risk appetite and tolerance?

Options

  • ABusiness impact assessment (BIA)
  • BKey performance indicators (KPIs)
  • CRisk profile
  • DIndustry benchmark analysis

How the community answered

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  • A
    3% (1)
  • C
    95% (38)
  • D
    3% (1)

Why each option

Following a change in organizational risk appetite and tolerance, it is most important to update the risk profile to reflect the new acceptable levels of risk.

ABusiness impact assessment (BIA)

A Business Impact Assessment (BIA) analyzes the effects of disruptive events on business functions, which is generally updated when processes change, not primarily due to changes in risk appetite.

BKey performance indicators (KPIs)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) measure performance against objectives and controls; while they may be adjusted, the risk profile is the foundational document that defines what is acceptable.

CRisk profileCorrect

The risk profile is a comprehensive view of the organization's current risk landscape, including how risks align with its appetite and tolerance. When appetite or tolerance changes, the entire risk profile must be re-evaluated and updated to reflect the organization's new strategic stance on risk.

DIndustry benchmark analysis

Industry benchmark analysis provides external context, but it is not the primary internal document to update when an organization's specific internal risk posture changes.

Concept tested: Risk profile management

Topics

#Risk appetite#Risk tolerance#Risk profile#Risk management

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