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PMP · Question 67 · Task 3: Assess and manage risks
A project manager is using a 'Risk Burndown Chart'. What is this tool tracking?
A project manager is using a 'Risk Burndown Chart'. What is this tool tracking?
Answer options:
A.
The number of risks identified.
B.
The cumulative severity (probability * impact) of open risks over time.
C.
The money spent on risk responses.
D.
The number of issues.
How to approach this question
Burndown = Remaining. Risk Burndown = Remaining Risk Exposure.
Full Answer
B.The cumulative severity (probability * impact) of open risks over time.✓ Correct
B
Task 3 (Risk). A Risk Burndown chart visualizes the effectiveness of risk management efforts. The line should go down as risks are mitigated or expire.
Common mistakes
Thinking it just counts the number of risks (a low severity risk is not equal to a high severity one).
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