Risk Identification and Assessment in Supply Chain Risk Management

Question 1

Distinguish between a risk and an uncertainty:

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A risk has a known probability of occurrence, while an uncertainty has an unknown probability.

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A risk can have both positive and negative impacts, while an uncertainty has only negative consequences.

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A risk is identified qualitatively, while an uncertainty is determined quantitatively.

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There is no distinction between a risk and an uncertainty.

Question 2

In risk assessment, scenario planning serves to:

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Develop and evaluate a range of potential future scenarios and their impact on the supply chain

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Identify and manage risks that are difficult to quantify

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Prioritize risks based on their potential business impact

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Effectively communicate risks to stakeholders

Question 3

Which of the given options is NOT a type of control employed to mitigate supply chain risks?

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Compensatory controls

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Preventive controls

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Detective controls

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Corrective controls

Question 4

Explain how scenario planning contributes to effective supply chain risk identification and assessment.

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Scenario planning enables the proactive identification and evaluation of potential disruptions, aiding in the development of risk mitigation strategies.

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Scenario planning eliminates the need for quantitative risk analysis methods.

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Scenario planning alone provides a comprehensive solution for supply chain risk management.

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Scenario planning completely eliminates the uncertainty associated with supply chain risks.

Question 5

The primary purpose of a risk assessment matrix is to:

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Assess the likelihood and impact of identified risks

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Identify potential risks in a supply chain

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Develop mitigation strategies for identified risks

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Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies

Question 6

The main advantage of using Monte Carlo simulation in risk assessment is that it:

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Allows for the consideration of uncertain and variable factors

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Is easy to apply and interpret

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Provides a precise estimate of the probability of risk occurrence

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Is the most widely used risk assessment method

Question 7

The difference between a hazard and a risk is that:

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A hazard is an event or condition with the potential to cause harm, while a risk is the chance of that event or condition actually causing harm

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A risk is an event or condition with the potential to cause harm, while a hazard is the chance of that event or condition actually causing harm

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Hazards and risks are the same thing

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There is no difference between a hazard and a risk

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of risk identification in supply chain management?

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To assess the likelihood and impact of potential risks

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To eliminate all potential risks

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To develop contingency plans for all identified risks

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To prioritize risks based on their severity

Question 9

How does a supply chain risk assessment differ from a traditional risk assessment?

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It considers the broader context and interdependencies of the supply network.

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It focuses solely on operational risks within the organization.

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It does not require quantitative analysis methods.

Question 10

How can seemingly isolated events trigger widespread supply chain disruptions?

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Disruption of a critical supplier or component

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Localized shortages and delays

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Increased transportation costs and reduced efficiency

Question 11

Which principle of risk identification prioritizes risks specific to the supply chain?

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Specificity principle

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Comprehensiveness principle

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Standardization principle

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Centralization principle

Question 12

What is the key advantage of qualitative risk assessment methods?

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Consideration of diverse factors

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Precise numerical risk quantification

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Integration with quantitative risk assessment models

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Reduced resource consumption

Question 13

Which technique is NOT commonly used for quantitative risk assessment?

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SWOT analysis

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Monte Carlo simulation

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Scenario analysis

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Fault tree analysis

Question 14

Which factor should NOT be considered when assessing risk occurrence likelihood?

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Current political climate

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Historical data

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Industry best practices

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Expert opinion

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of unmanaged supply chain risk?

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Increased customer satisfaction

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Financial losses

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Reputational damage

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Operational disruptions

Question 16

What is the primary objective of risk assessment in supply chain management?

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Identifying and mitigating risks to an acceptable level

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Eliminating all supply chain risks

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Developing contingency plans for all potential disruptions

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Transferring all risks to third parties

Question 17

Which of the following is **NOT** a critical element of risk identification in supply chain management?

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Evaluating the financial impact of potential losses

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Understanding business objectives

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Identifying potential sources of supply chain disruptions

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Categorizing risks based on probability and severity

Question 18

What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment matrix in supply chain management?

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To quantify and prioritize risks based on probability and impact

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To eliminate all risks from the supply chain

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To assign responsibility for managing each identified risk

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To develop mitigation plans for high-priority risks

Question 19

Which of the following qualitative risk assessment methods involves using expert judgment?

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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

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Monte Carlo simulation

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Historical loss analysis

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Bayesian analysis

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of scenario planning in supply chain risk management?

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To identify potential risks that may not be apparent through traditional risk assessment methods

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To develop detailed plans for responding to specific risk events

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To evaluate the effectiveness of existing risk mitigation strategies

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To assign responsibility for managing each identified risk

Question 21

Which of the following is a common metric used to measure the **likelihood** of a supply chain risk?

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Probability of occurrence

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Financial impact

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Customer impact

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Strategic impact

Question 22

Why is stakeholder involvement crucial in identifying and assessing supply chain risks?

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Stakeholder involvement provides diverse perspectives, ensuring a comprehensive risk assessment.

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Stakeholders have no role in supply chain risk management.

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Stakeholder involvement can lead to conflicting risk assessments.

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Stakeholder involvement slows down the risk assessment process.

Question 23

During the risk identification phase of supply chain risk management, which step is essential for compiling a thorough list of potential risks?

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Risk Brainstorming

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Risk Quantification

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Risk Mitigation Planning

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Risk Monitoring and Control

Question 24

Which of these is NOT a direct step in identifying and assessing supply chain risks?

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Developing strategies to reduce risks

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Pinpointing potential risk events

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Estimating the likelihood and impact of risks

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Prioritizing risks by their level of importance

Question 25

Which step is NOT involved in the supply chain risk identification process?

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Risk mitigation

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Risk documentation

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Risk identification

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Risk analysis

Question 26

Which of the following is a characteristic of qualitative risk assessment techniques?

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They utilize subjective judgments and descriptions.

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They require extensive data and complex calculations.

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They provide precise numerical values for risk.

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They are more suitable for large-scale risk assessments.

Question 27

What is the primary function of a risk matrix in supply chain risk management?

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To prioritize risks based on their likelihood and impact.

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To quantify the financial impact of risks.

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To identify all potential risks in the supply chain.

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To mitigate the identified risks.

Question 28

Which factor is most important in determining the likelihood of a supply chain risk occurring?

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Historical data and industry trends

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Expert opinions and assumptions

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Current market conditions

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Regulatory requirements

Question 29

What is the distinction between risk tolerance and risk appetite?

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Risk tolerance is the acceptable level of risk, while risk appetite is the amount of risk an organization is willing to take.

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Risk tolerance is determined by external factors, while risk appetite is determined by internal factors.

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Risk appetite is always higher than risk tolerance.

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They are synonymous terms.

Question 30

What is a key benefit of maintaining a risk register?

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It provides a central repository for all identified risks.

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It automates the risk assessment process.

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It guarantees the accuracy of risk assessments.

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It eliminates the need for regular risk monitoring.

Question 31

What is the purpose of conducting a risk audit in supply chain management?

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To evaluate the effectiveness of risk management processes and controls.

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To develop detailed mitigation plans for all identified risks.

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To quantify the financial impact of potential supply chain disruptions.

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To identify new and emerging risks that were not previously considered.

Question 32

How can technology contribute to risk identification and assessment?

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It can automate data collection and analysis tasks.

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It makes the risk identification and assessment process more time-consuming.

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It guarantees that risk assessments will always be accurate and reliable.

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It eliminates the need for human expertise and judgment.

Question 33

Which practice is essential for effective continuous risk monitoring?

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Regular reviews of identified risks and their status.

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Relying solely on historical data without considering current events.

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Conducting risk assessments infrequently, only when significant changes occur.

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Ignoring changes in the operating environment and external factors.

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a primary benefit of supply chain risk identification and assessment?

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Increasing supply chain costs

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Reducing supply chain disruptions

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Enhancing supply chain resilience

Question 35

What is the primary objective of qualitative risk assessment?

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To qualitatively determine the likelihood and potential impact of risks

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To identify potential risks

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To calculate the financial impact of risks

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To develop mitigation strategies for risks

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a typical qualitative risk assessment technique?

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Financial Loss Analysis

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SWOT Analysis

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Risk Matrix

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Event Tree Analysis

Question 37

What is a key difference between qualitative and quantitative risk assessment?

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Qualitative assessment relies on expert judgment, while quantitative assessment uses numerical data and analysis.

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Qualitative assessment is more complex than quantitative assessment.

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Qualitative assessment is typically used for more significant risks.

Question 38

Which of the following is a common unit of measurement for risk impact?

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Financial loss or gain

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Operational efficiency

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Market share

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Customer satisfaction

Question 39

What is the role of risk appetite in risk identification and assessment?

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It defines the acceptable level of risk that an organization is willing to tolerate.

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It assesses the likelihood and impact of risks.

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It identifies the potential risks to the organization.

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for effective risk identification?

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Over-reliance on historical data

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Documenting identified risks

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Involving stakeholders in the process

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Employing a combination of risk identification techniques

Question 41

What is the purpose of a risk register?

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To document, track, and monitor identified risks and their status

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To communicate risks to stakeholders

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To assess the likelihood and impact of risks

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To develop mitigation strategies for risks

Question 42

What is the key benefit of continuous risk monitoring and assessment?

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It allows organizations to proactively adapt to changing risks and adjust mitigation strategies as needed.

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It ensures risks are only identified and assessed once.

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It reduces the workload for risk managers.

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a common risk identification technique in supply chain management?

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Competitive analysis

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SWOT analysis

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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

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Brainstorming

Question 44

A comprehensive supply chain risk assessment usually involves evaluating all of the following EXCEPT:

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Product pricing strategies

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Likelihood of the risk occurring

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Availability of control measures

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Potential impact of the risk

Question 45

Which qualitative risk assessment method utilizes a matrix to visually categorize risks based on their likelihood and impact?

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Risk Matrix

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Sensitivity Analysis

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Monte Carlo Simulation

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Decision Tree Analysis

Question 46

A company's reliance on a single supplier for a critical component represents a significant risk. This is categorized as:

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Supplier risk

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Operational risk

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Technological risk

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Environmental risk

Question 47

What is the primary function of a risk register in supply chain management?

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To document, track, and monitor identified risks, their likelihood, impact, and mitigation plans.

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To calculate the exact financial impact of each risk.

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To determine the optimal pricing strategy for products.

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To develop new products and services to address identified risks.

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used quantitative risk assessment method?

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SWOT analysis

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Monte Carlo Simulation

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Decision Tree Analysis

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Sensitivity Analysis

Question 49

Implementing a new warehouse management system could potentially disrupt existing operations. This scenario represents a:

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Operational risk

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Reputational risk

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Political risk

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Financial risk

Question 50

A structured risk identification process offers a key benefit by:

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Proactively identifying and prioritizing risks, enabling timely mitigation strategies.

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Providing a detailed cost analysis of every risk.

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Guaranteeing a risk-free supply chain.

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Eliminating all potential risks from the supply chain.

Question 51

In a risk assessment, the impact of a risk refers to:

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The severity of the consequences if the risk materializes.

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The probability of the risk occurring.

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The cost of implementing risk mitigation measures.

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The frequency of the risk occurring.

Question 52

Sourcing materials from a country facing political instability could expose a company to:

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Political risk

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Legal risk

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Technological risk

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Environmental risk