PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Practices Practice Question
In the PRINCE2 Risk practice, what is the primary difference between a risk and an issue?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Risks relate to future uncertainty, whereas issues relate to events that have already occurred.
A risk is an uncertain event that *might* occur, whereas an issue is an event that *has already* happened or is currently occurring.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Risks are positive, while issues are always negative.
Why it's wrong here
Both risks (opportunities/threats) and issues can have various natures, but the core differentiator is time/certainty.
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Risks are managed by the Project Board, while issues are managed solely by Team Managers.
Why it's wrong here
Both are managed across various levels depending on tolerances.
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Risks relate to future uncertainty, whereas issues relate to events that have already occurred.
Why this is correct
Risks are future uncertain events; issues are current realities that require management action.
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Risks require a Risk Register, while issues are never logged.
Why it's wrong here
Issues are formally logged in an Issue Register.
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