ITIL · Question #267
Which of the following describes risk proximity?
The correct answer is D. The timeframe for when the risk might materialize. Risk proximity is a risk management term that describes the expected timeframe in which a specific risk may materialize.
Question
Which of the following describes risk proximity?
Options
- AThe timeframe over which the risk mitigation actions should be implemented
- BThe schedule for the risk management activities related to a plan
- CThe timeframe over which a risk will be monitored by the risk owner
- DThe timeframe for when the risk might materialize
How the community answered
(48 responses)- A2% (1)
- B4% (2)
- C2% (1)
- D92% (44)
Why each option
Risk proximity is a risk management term that describes the expected timeframe in which a specific risk may materialize.
The timeframe for implementing mitigation actions describes risk response scheduling, which is part of risk treatment planning, not the definition of risk proximity.
A schedule for risk management activities describes the risk management plan or review cadence, which is a procedural concept distinct from risk proximity.
The timeframe over which a risk is monitored describes a risk monitoring responsibility assigned to a risk owner, which is different from the concept of when the risk itself might materialize.
Risk proximity refers to the point in time when a risk is expected to occur and have an impact on objectives. It is used to prioritize risks by urgency - risks with near-term proximity demand more immediate attention and response than those expected further in the future, directly influencing how risk owners schedule and allocate response resources.
Concept tested: Risk proximity definition in risk management frameworks
Source: https://www.axelos.com/certifications/project-management/prince2
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