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Which of the following are sources of external risks? (Choose two.)

The correct answer is B. The competitive market D. Political Events. External risks originate from forces outside the organization's control, such as market dynamics and political events.

Portfolio Risk Management

Question

Which of the following are sources of external risks? (Choose two.)

Options

  • ABankruptcy
  • BThe competitive market
  • CShifting priorities
  • DPolitical Events

How the community answered

(35 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • B
    89% (31)
  • C
    9% (3)

Why each option

External risks originate from forces outside the organization's control, such as market dynamics and political events.

ABankruptcy

Bankruptcy, while it can be triggered by external pressures, is an internal organizational outcome and is generally categorized as an internal risk or consequence rather than an external risk source.

BThe competitive marketCorrect

The competitive market is an external risk source because shifts in competitor behavior, market share, or industry dynamics are outside the organization's control and can directly threaten portfolio value.

CShifting priorities

Shifting priorities refer to internal strategic or leadership changes within the organization and are therefore classified as internal, not external, risk sources.

DPolitical EventsCorrect

Political events such as regulatory changes, elections, or geopolitical instability are classic external risk sources that can impact portfolio feasibility and strategic alignment.

Concept tested: Classification of internal versus external portfolio risk sources

Source: https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundational/portfolio-management

Topics

#External Risks#Risk Sources#Portfolio Risk Management#Risk Classification

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