PMI-RMP Stakeholder Engagement Practice Question
A project stakeholder is concerned about the impact of a risk response on their budget. How should the risk practitioner respond?
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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Quantify the impact of the risk versus the cost of mitigation and present the analysis to the stakeholder.
Addressing financial concerns through objective analysis builds trust and leads to informed decisions.
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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Explain that risk management is separate from the project budget.
Why it's wrong here
Risk management is an integral part of the project budget.
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Immediately remove the mitigation strategy from the project plan.
Why it's wrong here
Removing the strategy leaves the project vulnerable to the risk.
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Dismiss the concern as the mitigation is already approved.
Why it's wrong here
Ignoring stakeholders leads to resistance and poor risk management outcomes.
- ✓
Quantify the impact of the risk versus the cost of mitigation and present the analysis to the stakeholder.
Why this is correct
Data-driven analysis helps the stakeholder understand the ROI of the risk response.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official PMI exam blueprint
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