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5 Risk Planning and Responses Free Online FlashCards

Study 5 Risk Planning and Responses with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.

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01
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How does a risk differ from an issue?

Back

A risk is an uncertain event that may happen; an issue is a problem that has already happened.

02
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What are the main steps in project risk management?

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Identify uncertain events, assess likelihood and consequences, plan responses, assign responsibility, and monitor changes.

03
Front

What elements belong in a cause–event–effect risk statement?

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State the cause, the uncertain event it may lead to, and the effect on an objective. This makes the risk more actionable.

04
Front

What is a risk register for?

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It records risks and useful details such as the affected objective, probability, impact, priority, response, owner, trigger, and status.

05
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How does a qualitative probability–impact assessment help prioritize risks?

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Rate probability and impact with agreed scales, then use a probability–impact matrix to focus attention. Define ratings clearly and apply them consistently.

06
Front

How is a basic numeric risk score calculated, and what can’t it do?

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Multiply probability by impact when both use compatible scales. A score supports prioritization but does not replace judgment or agreed thresholds.

07
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What does it mean to avoid a project threat?

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Change the plan to eliminate the threat or its cause.

08
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How do secondary risk and residual risk differ?

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A secondary risk is a new uncertainty caused by a response; residual risk is what remains after the response. Record and assess both.

09
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What is a risk owner responsible for?

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The risk owner coordinates the response, monitors indicators, and reports status. This role does not authorize unilateral changes to approved baselines.

10
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What does a risk trigger indicate?

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A trigger is an observable condition indicating that a risk is becoming more likely or that a contingency should be activated.

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Front

What should the team do when a risk occurs?

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It becomes an issue. Implement the contingency or corrective action, assess effects on objectives, and use change control if approved plans or baselines need adjustment.

12
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What is risk mitigation?

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Take action to reduce the threat’s likelihood or impact.