MENU
Beth is a HR Professional for her organization and she's discussing the risk of growing her organization's business. What is risk and why would it be considered in HR for organizational growth?
Suggested Answer: D
Get Premium SPHR Questions
as Interactive Web-Based Practice Test or PDF
Real Exam Format
Detailed Explanations
Instant Access
Get Your Practice Test
Answer option D is correct.
Risk is uncertain - and in uncertainty lies opportunity. When an organization looks to grow and new employees may be added to the business, new employees can bring risk to the organization's operations, goals, and endeavors.
Answer option A is incorrect. This is a correct definition of risk, but it does not address the human resource-related risk events.
Answer option B is incorrect. Risk can be positive or negative, not just adverse.
Answer option C is incorrect. Risk isn't always negative. Risk can be positive or negative.
Chapter: Risk Management
Objective: Risk Identification
36 comments · newest first
ME
Merilyn
10 months ago
Isn't it a bit simplistic to say risk can be positive?
KA
Katheryn
10 months ago
I think risk is mostly negative, though.
AN
Antonio
10 months ago
Wait, can risk actually help a business?
RE
Reena
10 months ago
Adding employees does come with risks, for sure.
GE
Gerald
11 months ago
Risk can definitely impact growth, good point!
AL
Alaine
11 months ago
I recall that risk management is crucial for HR, especially when it comes to growth. Option C seems too narrow since it only talks about negative events.
EL
Elliot
11 months ago
I think I saw a practice question that mentioned how adding employees can introduce new risks. Option D sounds familiar, but I’m not confident about the wording.
DO
Dorian
11 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like risk is more about the negative impacts on business goals. Option B seems to focus too much on the adverse side.
LI
Ling
12 months ago
I remember discussing how risk can be both positive and negative in our HR class. I think option A captures that idea well.
EL
Elza
12 months ago
I've got a good handle on the definition of risk, but I'm not sure how it relates to HR and growing the business. I'll need to think through that part more.
RO
Rodolfo
12 months ago
Okay, the question is asking specifically about how risk would be considered in HR for organizational growth. I need to make sure I connect the concept of risk to the HR context and growth objectives.
RI
Rikki
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about the difference between "adverse event" and "uncertain event or condition" in the answer choices. I'll need to think through that carefully.
HI
Hillary
1 year ago
This question seems pretty straightforward. I think the key is understanding that risk can have both positive and negative impacts on an organization's goals.
MA
Margot
1 year ago
So, if I'm reading this right, HR has to be like a superhero - balancing the risks and rewards to help the company grow? Sounds like a tough gig!
CE
Cecilia
1 year ago
Woah, hold on! Risk can be a positive thing? I thought it was all doom and gloom. This HR stuff is really expanding my horizons!
PA
Pa
1 year ago
Option B is a bit too narrow. Risk isn't always just about adverse events; it can also present opportunities for the organization.
AD
Adrianna
1 year ago
Option B is a bit too narrow. Risk isn't always just about adverse events; it can also present opportunities for the organization.
DY
Dyan
1 year ago
D) Risk is an uncertain event or condition that may help or hinder an organization. Adding employees can help positive risks or amplify negative risk events.
AN
Anna
1 year ago
B) Risk is an adverse event that can halt, hinder, or hurt the objectives of a business.
JU
Julio
1 year ago
A) Risk is an uncertain event or condition that can have a positive or negative effect on the goals of an organization.
MI
Mireya
1 year ago
Option D is a bit too long-winded. Option A is more straightforward and captures the essence of risk management in HR.
PA
Pamela
1 year ago
I agree with Alaine. Option A is the best answer as it recognizes that risk can have both positive and negative impacts on an organization's goals.
KE
Keith
1 year ago
Agreed, understanding risk is crucial for HR professionals in organizational growth.
MA
Marge
1 year ago
That's why it's important to assess and manage risks effectively in HR.
RE
Rene
1 year ago
I agree, it can have both positive and negative effects on our goals.
SH
Shenika
1 year ago
Yes, it's important to consider both positive and negative impacts of risk.
SA
Samira
1 year ago
I think option A is the most comprehensive answer.
MI
Mitzie
1 year ago
I think risk is something we need to consider when planning for growth.
DE
Devorah
1 year ago
Adding employees can definitely introduce both positive and negative risks. It's crucial for HR to carefully assess and manage these risks for successful organizational growth.
AL
Alaine
1 year ago
Option A is the most comprehensive and accurate definition of risk. It covers both the positive and negative aspects of risk, which is important for HR to consider during organizational growth.
RO
Rosalind
1 year ago
User 4: It's crucial for HR professionals like Beth to assess and manage these risks effectively for organizational growth.
AL
Albina
1 year ago
User 3: Adding employees can definitely bring both positive and negative risks to the organization.
MA
Malissa
1 year ago
User 2: That's true, it's important for HR to consider both the good and bad outcomes when growing a company.
JO
Jose
1 year ago
User 1: I think risk is an uncertain event that can have a positive or negative effect on the goals of an organization.
JA
Jacqueline
2 years ago
I agree with that. It's important for HR to consider risk when growing the business to avoid potential negative impacts.
HE
Helaine
2 years ago
I think risk is an uncertain event that can have positive or negative effects on the organization's goals.