Task 1 Plan Risk Response PMI-RMP Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of using a RACI matrix in risk response planning?

   • ATo rank risks by priority
   • BTo track the schedule of risk response actions
   • CTo assign a monetary value to each risk
   • DTo clarify roles and responsibilities for risk response actions
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2. 2foundation · easy

   Which of the following is the best example of a time-bound risk response action?

   • AConduct additional testing on the new module
   • BAssign a team member to monitor the risk
   • CReduce the risk impact by improving quality
   • DComplete the backup server installation by March 15
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4. 3application · easy

   A project has a risk that a key developer might leave mid-project. The team decides to mitigate by cross-training another developer on the critical modules. Who should be assigned as the action owner for the cross-training task?

   • AThe key developer who holds the critical knowledge.
   • BThe junior developer who will receive the training.
   • CThe HR manager, who handles employee retention programs.
   • DThe project manager, who will oversee the training schedule.
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5. 4foundation · easy

   For a risk response action to be effective, it must include a specific action, a clear owner, and a defined timeline. Which element is essential to make the action 'time-bound'?

   • AA due date or schedule for completion
   • BA list of stakeholders to inform
   • CA budget allocation for the action
   • DA description of the action's expected outcome
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6. 5application · easy

   A project manager needs to report to stakeholders that a risk response (adding redundant servers) has reduced the risk of downtime from 'high' to 'low'. The stakeholders are non-technical and respond best to simple visuals. Which method is most effective?

   • AA spreadsheet listing the risk score before and after the response.
   • BA verbal explanation that the risk is now lower.
   • CA risk heat map showing the risk's position moving from the red zone to the green zone.
   • DA technical diagram of the server architecture showing the redundant components.
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