PMI-RMP Risk Process Facilitation Practice Question
What is the purpose of a Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)?
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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To provide a hierarchical representation of potential sources of risk
The RBS helps organize and categorize potential sources of risk to ensure thorough identification.
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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To assign risk owners
Why it's wrong here
This is part of the risk register, not the RBS.
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To document the project schedule
Why it's wrong here
This is the WBS, not RBS.
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To calculate the total cost of risks
Why it's wrong here
This is a quantitative task.
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To provide a hierarchical representation of potential sources of risk
Why this is correct
The RBS is a tool for structuring risk identification efforts.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official PMI exam blueprint
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