Exam ISO-IEC-27001-Lead-Auditor Topic 5 Question 191 Discussion

Actual exam question for PECB's ISO-IEC-27001-Lead-Auditor exam
Question #: 191
Topic #: 5
Auditors need to communicate effectively with auditees. Therefore, their personal behaviour is a key characteristic needed to ensure a successful audit. Below there are the characteristics and a brief related description. Match the characteristics to the descriptions.

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Explanation:
The possible matches of the characteristics to the descriptions are:
* Tenacious: Persistent and focused on objectives
* Ethical: Fair, truthful, sincere, honest, discreet
* Diplomatic: Tactful in dealing with individuals
* Observant: Actively observing surroundings/activities
* Perceptive: Aware of and able to understand situations
* Open to improvement: Willing to learn from situations
Actively observing surroundings/activities = Observant
Fair, truthful, sincere, honest, discreet = Ethical
Persistent and focused on objectives = Tenacious
Willing to learn from situations = Open to improvement
Tactful in dealing with individuals = Diplomatic
Aware of and able to understand situations = Perceptive
These are the auditor's characteristics and their descriptions as defined by ISO 19011:2022, Clause 7.2.21. The auditor's personal behaviour is essential for building trust and confidence with the auditee and for ensuring the credibility and effectiveness of the audit12. References: 1: ISO 19011:2022, Guidelines for auditing management systems, Clause 7.2.2 \n2: PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor Exam Preparation Guide, Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles

by Penny at Apr 23, 2026, 07:06 AM

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