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An organization is concerned that a change in its market situation may impact the current level of acceptable risk for senior management. As a result, which of the following is MOST important to reeva

The correct answer is B. Risk policy. When a change in market situation impacts acceptable risk levels, it is most important to reevaluate the organization's risk policy to align with new objectives and tolerances.

Submitted by the_admin· Apr 18, 2026Governance

Question

An organization is concerned that a change in its market situation may impact the current level of acceptable risk for senior management. As a result, which of the following is MOST important to reevaluate?

Options

  • ARisk classification
  • BRisk policy
  • CRisk strategy
  • DRisk appetite

How the community answered

(55 responses)
  • A
    16% (9)
  • B
    44% (24)
  • C
    9% (5)
  • D
    31% (17)

Why each option

When a change in market situation impacts acceptable risk levels, it is most important to reevaluate the organization's risk policy to align with new objectives and tolerances.

ARisk classification

Risk classification categorizes risks but doesn't define the organization's overall approach to managing them in response to market changes.

BRisk policyCorrect

The risk policy outlines the organization's high-level principles, framework, and rules for managing risks, including the acceptable levels of risk and how risks are to be handled. When the organization's market situation changes, the fundamental approach to risk management, as defined in the policy, needs to be reviewed to ensure it aligns with new business objectives and risk tolerances.

CRisk strategy

Risk strategy details the plan to implement the risk policy, but the policy itself needs reevaluation first if the underlying acceptable risk levels change.

DRisk appetite

Risk appetite defines the amount of risk an organization is willing to accept, and while it might be influenced, the policy is the overarching document that needs reevaluation to reflect new tolerances.

Concept tested: Risk management policy reevaluation

Topics

#Risk policy#Risk appetite#Risk governance#Policy review

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