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CAPM Practice: Explain when it is appropriate to use a predictive, plan-based approach

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A project manager using a predictive approach creates a Risk Register early in the planning phase. The PRIMARY purpose is to:

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Correct answer: Identify, analyze, and plan responses to potential future uncertainties

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The risk register in a predictive project documents identified risks, their probability, potential impact, and planned responses (avoidance, mitigation, transfer, acceptance). Created early in planning, it helps the project manager proactively address uncertainties before they affect project performance.

**Why not A:** Documenting problems that have already occurred describes an issues log, not a risk register. The risk register focuses on potential future events (threats and opportunities) that have not yet materialized, along with planned responses for them.

**Why not B:** Listing all project constraints and assumptions is part of the project management plan and assumption log. While the risk register may reference assumptions as risk sources, its primary purpose is identifying and planning responses to uncertainties, not cataloging constraints.

**Why not C:** Tracking scope changes that have been rejected is the function of the change log or change control records. The risk register addresses future uncertainties, not historical decisions about scope modifications.

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