Happen Quote by Elroy Dimson
“Risk means more things can happen than will happen.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Economics of Risk, 2005
Risk implies that many possible outcomes exist, but only a few will actually occur.
In simple terms: Risk means many possibilities, few happen.
Key Takeaway
Focus on likely outcomes.
Themes
risk
uncertainty
probability
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
educational
strategic
When to use this quote
- investment decisions
- project planning
- contingency strategies
Key Concepts
outcome distribution
expected value
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prioritize risks?
- What methods help identify low‑probability threats?
A Different Perspective
Rare events can be overlooked.
