In a semiquantitative risk assessment, what is characteristic of the scoring system used?

In a semiquantitative risk assessment, what

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AUses descriptive labels associated with numeric values
BDepends on the annual loss expectancy (ALE)
CBased solely on expert judgment
DRequires precise probability calculations

✓ Correct answer: A. Uses descriptive labels associated with numeric values Answer: Uses descriptive labels associated with numeric values In a semiquantitative risk assessment, the scoring system employs descriptive labels that are associated with numeric values. This method is useful when using purely quantitative or purely qualitative methods is not feasible. For instance, a qualitative descriptor like "medium" might be represented by the number three. The other options do not describe the characteristics of a semiquantitative scoring system.

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