Scenario: Heatmap Interpretation
A risk heatmap for a retail company shows several risks in the “amber” (moderate) zone,
including supply chain delays and IT system outages. Only one risk—data breach—is in the
“red” (high) zone.
How should the company prioritize its risk response?

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Scenario: Heatmap Interpretation

A risk heatmap for a retail company shows several risks in the “amber” (moderate) zone,

including supply chain delays and IT system outages. Only one risk—data breach—is in the

“red” (high) zone.

How should the company prioritize its risk response?

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B) Address only the risks in the green (low) zone

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D) Ignore the heatmap and rely on intuition

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A) Focus resources on all risks equally

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C) Prioritize immediate action on the red zone risk, while planning mitigation for amber zone risks

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