personal response to risk Flashcards

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absolute risk

A

the uppermost limit of risk
eg. a novice climb on a difficult climb using no safety equipment

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real risk

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The amount of risk that actually exists at a given moment
eg. a novice climber on a difficult climb using lots of safety equipment at a indoor venue has a low risk

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perceived risk

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Individuals subjective assessment of the real risk present at any time.
eg. A novice climber on a difficult climb see the climb as a fairly risky activity

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