Which of the following BEST indicates a successful risk management practice? 

Answer options:

A. Overall risk is quantified
B. Inherent risk is eliminated
C. Residual risk is minimized
D. Control risk is tied to business units

C

A successful risk management practice minimizes the residual risk to the organization. Choice A is incorrect because the fact that overall risk has been quantified does not necessarily indicate the existence of a successful risk management practice. Choice B is incorrect since it is virtually impossible to eliminate inherent risk. Choice D is incorrect because, although the tying of control risks to business may improve accountability, this is not as desirable as minimizing residual risk.