Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) — Question 353

Several risks were identified for an upcoming change initiative. One risk is related to a slippage concern because of loose gravel at the local site of the change initiative. The business analyst (BA) has recommended that all on-site stakeholders must wear durable, slip-resistant boots while the change initiative is being executed.
This is an example of which type of risk treatment?

Answer options

• A. Transfer
• B. Mitigate
• C. Accept
• D. Avoid

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Mitigate, because the recommendation to wear slip-resistant boots actively reduces the risk of slipping. The other options do not apply: Transfer would involve shifting the risk to another party, Accept would mean acknowledging the risk without taking action, and Avoid would require eliminating the risk altogether, which is not the case here.