The correct answer is Define the plan boundaries then collect requirements then perform analysis then conduct a risk assessment then design solutions then deploy then execute tests then report findings and revise the plan.

This sequence is correct because defining plan boundaries first establishes scope and priorities and it focuses the requirements collection on the most critical systems. Gathering requirements after boundaries are clear produces usable inputs for the analysis phase.

Performing analysis and then a formal risk assessment before design ensures that threats, impacts, and acceptable recovery objectives drive the architecture of the solution. Designing and deploying after risk decisions are made reduces the chance of rework. Executing tests and then reporting findings allows the team to revise the plan based on observed gaps and lessons learned.

Collect requirements then define the plan boundaries then design solutions then assess risks then implement then analyze then test then document and refine is incorrect because it delays defining scope until after requirements are collected and it places design before the risk assessment and analysis. Designing before assessing risks can lead to solutions that do not address the true threats or recovery objectives.

Collect requirements then define the plan boundaries then design then assess risks then implement then analyze then test then document and update the plan is incorrect for the same reasons. This order still has design occurring before a proper risk assessment and analysis and it proceeds to implementation before those validation steps are complete. That increases the chance of deploying ineffective or unnecessary controls.

Collect requirements then define the plan boundaries then assess risks then design then implement then analyze then test then report and revise is incorrect because it puts requirements collection before scope definition which can dilute focus. It also delays analysis until after implementation which prevents early validation of assumptions and can require costly changes after deployment.

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