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CIPS L5M2 Exam - Topic 4 Question 42 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L5M2 exam
Question #: 42
Topic #: 4
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Which of the following is not a benefit of having a contingency plan?

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Suggested Answer: D

Contingency plans won't increase your profit, but they will do the other three things. This is from p.109-110 of the study guide


by Kenneth at Sep 13, 2024, 03:55 PM

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Lindy
3 months ago
Not sure if increased staff morale is guaranteed, though.
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Dottie
3 months ago
I thought competitive advantage was a benefit?
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Cheryl
3 months ago
Wait, how does a plan actually increase profits?
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Tammara
4 months ago
Totally agree, it’s essential for staff morale too!
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Rhea
4 months ago
A contingency plan helps with resilience to unexpected events.
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Kate
4 months ago
I recall that increased staff morale is often mentioned as a benefit, but I can't quite remember if profits are usually included in that list.
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Scot
4 months ago
I’m a bit confused; I thought competitive advantage was a benefit, but now I’m wondering if it’s really a result of having a plan.
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Yolande
4 months ago
I practiced a question like this where we discussed the benefits of contingency plans, and I feel like increased profits might not be a direct benefit.
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Junita
5 months ago
I think I remember that contingency plans are supposed to help with resilience and morale, but I'm not sure about profits.
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Benton
5 months ago
I've got this! The answer is clearly A, competitive advantage. A contingency plan is about being prepared for unexpected events, not about gaining a competitive edge over other companies. The other options are all clear benefits of having a solid contingency plan in place.
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Rosio
5 months ago
Okay, let's see. A contingency plan is supposed to provide a backup in case something goes wrong, so increased staff morale, greater resilience, and increased profits all seem like clear benefits. I think the answer must be competitive advantage, since that's not really a direct benefit of having a contingency plan.
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Dominque
5 months ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm not entirely sure what the correct answer is. I'll have to think this through carefully and try to eliminate the options that are clearly benefits.
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Jeannetta
5 months ago
This question seems straightforward - I just need to identify the option that is not a benefit of having a contingency plan. I'll carefully read through the options and eliminate the ones that are benefits.
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Amber
5 months ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. Aren't all of these potential benefits of having a contingency plan? I'll have to re-read the options and try to figure out which one doesn't fit.
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Sabrina
1 year ago
Haha, increased profits? That's like winning the lottery - contingency plans are all about risk management, not getting rich quick.
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Tran
1 year ago
Lonna: Exactly, it's all about minimizing risks and being able to bounce back from challenges.
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Lonna
1 year ago
Definitely, it's not about making money but ensuring the business can keep running smoothly.
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Gladys
1 year ago
Yeah, having a contingency plan is more about being prepared for unexpected events.
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Selene
1 year ago
Wait, what? A contingency plan gives you a competitive edge, not a disadvantage. This question is a bit strange.
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Barb
1 year ago
D) increased profits
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Marleen
1 year ago
C) greater resilience to force majeure events
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Felicia
1 year ago
B) increased staff morale
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Carmela
1 year ago
A) competitive advantage
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Antonio
1 year ago
I believe increased profits may not directly result from a contingency plan.
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Denny
1 year ago
But which of the options do you think is not a benefit of having a contingency plan?
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Antonio
1 year ago
I agree, it helps in being prepared for unexpected events.
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Denny
1 year ago
I think having a contingency plan is important for a business.
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Tanesha
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is D. Increased profits - having a contingency plan doesn't directly boost your bottom line.
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Filiberto
1 year ago
C) greater resilience to force majeure events
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Luz
1 year ago
B) increased staff morale
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Myra
1 year ago
A) competitive advantage
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