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| − | [[ | + | '''Risk''' is the likelihood or chance of a certain event occurring. In [[Medicine|medical]] studies, risk is the likelihood of an adverse outcome. |
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| + | Numerous [[Mathematics|mathematical]] models attempt to predict risk, and the [[insurance]] industry sells products to guard against individual financial risk. | ||
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| + | Risk is also a classic strategic board game played on a map of the world, simulating a [[war]]. | ||
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Revision as of 02:25, August 21, 2010
Risk is the likelihood or chance of a certain event occurring. In medical studies, risk is the likelihood of an adverse outcome.
Numerous mathematical models attempt to predict risk, and the insurance industry sells products to guard against individual financial risk.
Risk is also a classic strategic board game played on a map of the world, simulating a war.