PMI-RMP · Question #595
A risk manager and project team are managing a software system project, which is expected to be completed within 12 months. The project is currently halfway through, and the team has just delivered…
The correct answer is D. Add the risk to the risk register and gather information about its probability and impact. When a new risk is identified during project execution, the correct first step is to formally add it to the risk register and begin gathering data on its probability and impact. This follows the Identify Risks process and ensures the risk is tracked and analyzed systematically…
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A risk manager and project team are managing a software system project, which is expected to be completed within 12 months. The project is currently halfway through, and the team has just delivered the second version of the prototype. During the weekly status meeting, a team member reported that an important stakeholder is facing an issue, which will likely result in a change request that is outside the scope of the current prototype. What should the risk manager advise the team to do first?
Options
- AMitigate the risk by asking the team member to gather more information.
- BAdd the risk to the issue log and revisit it when there is more information.
- CArrange a meeting with the stakeholder to discuss the risk and information.
- DAdd the risk to the risk register and gather information about its probability and impact.
How the community answered
(53 responses)- A15% (8)
- B8% (4)
- C2% (1)
- D75% (40)
Explanation
When a new risk is identified during project execution, the correct first step is to formally add it to the risk register and begin gathering data on its probability and impact. This follows the Identify Risks process and ensures the risk is tracked and analyzed systematically. Adding it to an issue log (B) is incorrect because this is a risk (a future uncertain event), not a current issue. Arranging a stakeholder meeting (C) or asking the team member to gather more information (A) may be necessary, but only after the risk is formally documented so it can be properly tracked. The risk register serves as the authoritative record and ensures no risk is overlooked or forgotten.
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