On a risk map or a risk heat map, the vertical and horizontal axes represent:

The correct answer is B. Probability and Impact. A risk heat map is a standard risk visualization tool where one axis represents the Probability (or Likelihood) of a risk occurring, and the other axis represents the Impact (or Severity/Consequence) if it does occur. Risks are plotted in the resulting grid, producing a…

Submitted by klara.se· Apr 18, 2026Adaptive Planning

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AEffort and Impact
BProbability and Impact
CProbability and Exposure
DImpact and Exposure

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Explanation

A risk heat map is a standard risk visualization tool where one axis represents the Probability (or Likelihood) of a risk occurring, and the other axis represents the Impact (or Severity/Consequence) if it does occur. Risks are plotted in the resulting grid, producing a color-coded 'heat' pattern - high probability + high impact risks appear in the 'hot' (red) zone. This two-dimensional view helps teams prioritize which risks need the most attention. Options like Exposure and Effort are not the defining axes of this standard tool.

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