Step 1: Key Elements of a Well-Designed Policy Document
A well-designed policy should include:
Scope - Who the policy applies to.
Exception Handling - How and where exceptions should be requested.
Accountability - Who is responsible for enforcement.
Step 2: Why Option C is Correct
A policy must clearly define exceptions and the process for requesting them.
It should also define areas where the policy does not apply to avoid confusion.
Step 3: Why the Other Options Are Incorrect
Option A ("List of exceptions for board members' families") → Incorrect because policies should apply consistently to all stakeholders.
Option B ("List of acceptable fonts and margin types") → Incorrect because formatting is secondary to content clarity.
Option D ("To whom the policy applies and an additional management report") → Incorrect because policy scope should not include unnecessary reports.
PRMIA Risk Reference Used:
PRMIA Policy Writing Guidelines - Defines policy structure and exception handling.
ISO 19600 Compliance Management Standard - Supports clear, well-documented policies.
Final Conclusion:
A well-designed policy clearly defines exceptions and their handling process, making Option C the correct answer.