True or False: Dignity of risk promotes the idea that taking risks is a normal part of life.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Sometimes true
• D. Not sure

Answer: (A)

Dignity of risk centers on respecting a person’s right to make choices that involve risk, recognizing that taking calculated risks is a normal part of life and essential for autonomy, growth, and learning. In practice, this means offering supports that help someone assess options, understand potential consequences, and plan for safety, rather than shielding them from every risk. The idea isn’t to promote dangerous behavior, but to acknowledge that everyday decisions—like trying a new activity, managing finances with support, or choosing a living arrangement—carry some risk and can lead to greater independence when guided by informed choices and appropriate safeguards.

So, the statement is true: taking risks is a normal part of life and an expected aspect of pursuing autonomy. The other options don’t fit because dignity of risk is not about denying risk or labeling it as uncertain in all cases, but about recognizing and guiding responsible risk-taking as part of living a full, self-directed life.