PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
Which of the following best describes the difference between a risk owner and a risk actionee?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Risk owner manages the risk; risk actionee implements planned responses
The risk owner is responsible for managing the risk; the risk actionee is responsible for carrying out specific actions.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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There is no difference; they are the same
Why it's wrong here
They are distinct roles.
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Risk owner manages the risk; risk actionee implements planned responses
Why this is correct
Correct: owner manages, actionee does the work.
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Risk owner identifies the risk; risk actionee logs it
Why it's wrong here
Both may be involved in identification; roles are about management vs action.
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Risk owner is always the Project Manager; risk actionee is a team member
Why it's wrong here
Risk owner can be any appropriate person, not necessarily PM.
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