[Stakeholders] How do you know when a stakeholder concern is valid risk versus normal delivery discomfort?

Instruction: Explain how you tell the difference between a concern that truly threatens delivery and one that reflects normal tension around project change.

Context: Assesses whether the candidate can evaluate stakeholder concerns with judgment instead of reacting to every worry equally.

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I usually test that by looking at potential impact, available evidence and uncertainty. Repeated reports can strengthen a signal, but a single credible report of a serious issue can require prompt investigation or escalation. I would not wait for recurrence or conclusive proof before following a required reporting route...

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