A risk with a high probability and medium consequence to a project has been identified. In response, the project manager has purchased an insurance plan with the intent to provide additional funds if the risk is realized. There is no risk to the schedule or scope. Which of the following types of risk strategies is this an example of?
A) Accept risk
B) Transfer risk
C) Mitigate risk
D) Exploit risk
E) Avoid risk

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Purchasing insurance is an example of transferring risk, as it shifts the financial impact of the risk to another party (the insurer).

A Risk with a High Probability and Medium Consequence to a Project