Which statement defines a risk? 

Answer options:

A. A certain event occurring in the future that will have a negative impact on the project`s objectives
B. An event that has already occurred that the Project Manager must deal with immediately
C. An uncertain event, or set of events that, should it or they occur, will have an effect on the achievement of objectives
D. An uncertain event, or set of events that, should it or they occur, will be automatically escalated to the Project Board for a response

C