Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 897

Compared to developing a system in-house, acquiring a software package means that the need for testing by end users is:

Answer options

• A. increased.
• B. reduced.
• C. eliminated.
• D. unchanged.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as acquiring a software package typically means that the software has already undergone significant testing by the vendor, reducing the need for extensive end-user testing. In-house development often requires more testing because the product is built from scratch and may have more unknowns. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they imply an increase in testing needs, complete removal of testing, or no change at all, which do not accurately reflect the situation when acquiring a software package.