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You are the project manager for your company and a new change request has been approved for your project. This change request, however, has introduced several new risks to the project. You have…
The correct answer is D. Risk register. When new risks are identified and mitigation responses are planned for a project, these details should be recorded in the risk register.
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You are the project manager for your company and a new change request has been approved for your project. This change request, however, has introduced several new risks to the project. You have communicated these risk events and the project stakeholders understand the possible effects these risks could have on your project. You elect to create a mitigation response for the identified risk events. Where will you record the mitigation response? Response:
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- AProject management plan
- BRisk management plan
- CRisk log
- DRisk register
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When new risks are identified and mitigation responses are planned for a project, these details should be recorded in the risk register.
The project management plan is a broad document that guides project execution and control, but specific risk details and responses are usually delegated to a specialized risk document.
The risk management plan describes how risk management activities will be performed on the project, not the specific details of each individual risk and its response.
A risk log is often used interchangeably with a risk register, but in a multiple-choice setting where 'risk register' is an option, it is generally considered the more formal and comprehensive term for recording detailed risk information and responses.
The risk register is a comprehensive document that records all identified risks, their potential impact, likelihood, owners, and planned responses, including mitigation strategies. It serves as a central repository for tracking and managing project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Concept tested: Project Risk Management documentation
Source: https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundational/pmbok
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