Risk communication is intended to do what for stakeholders?

• A. Enable informed decisions.
• B. Create unnecessary alarm.
• C. Mislead stakeholders to avoid panic.
• D. Wait for formal approvals.

Answer: (B)

Risk communication focuses on giving stakeholders clear, accurate, and timely information about risks so they can understand the situation and decide what actions to take. The goal is to empower informed decisions, not to scare people or hide information. Effective risk communication includes presenting what is known, what isn’t known, and practical steps to reduce risk, while inviting questions and feedback from the audience. It builds trust and helps people act appropriately based on credible guidance. The other options—creating unnecessary alarm, misleading to avoid panic, or delaying information until formal approvals—undermine trust and hinder a timely, effective response.