PfMP Portfolio Strategic Alignment Practice Question
You are assessing the 'risk-return' profile of your portfolio. What does this mean in the context of strategic alignment?
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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Balancing high-risk/high-reward initiatives with low-risk/low-reward ones to meet strategic objectives.
This involves balancing the portfolio to ensure the aggregate risk level is acceptable given the expected strategic returns.
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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Balancing high-risk/high-reward initiatives with low-risk/low-reward ones to meet strategic objectives.
Why this is correct
A balanced portfolio manages both risk and return to support strategic intent.
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Only investing in low-cost projects.
Why it's wrong here
Cost is not the primary factor in risk-return profile analysis.
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Avoiding all new technology projects.
Why it's wrong here
Avoiding risk does not define a balanced profile.
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Ensuring all projects have zero risk.
Why it's wrong here
Zero risk is unrealistic and often leads to zero return.
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