1.2. Britain Department of Transport's Approach to Measuring Risk

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the definition of objective risk?

   Hint

   Think about measurable values.

2. 2.

   Can subjective risk be influenced by personal beliefs?

   Hint

   Consider how how an individual's experience could affect their view.

3. 3.

   What type of risk is based on measurable data?

   • Objective Risk
   • Subjective Risk
   • Cultural Risk

   Hint

   Recall the distinction of risk types.

4. 4.

   True or False: Subjective risk is solely based on statistical data.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about personal experiences.

5. 5.

   As a city planner, you need to present a case to reduce speed limits in an area with high accident rates. How do you use both objective and subjective data in your argument?

   Hint

   What data does the community believe matters?

6. 6.

   Consider a scenario where a newly built road has low accident rates, yet public perception is that it's dangerous. How might you assess and address this discrepancy?

   Hint

   How can analysis help change beliefs?