CAPM practice questions 151–160

1. Question 151 · 497 in bank

   What does an S-curve from a Monte Carlo analysis show?

   • ACumulative probability distribution representing probability of achieving a particular outcome
   • BIndividual project risks or uncertainties that have the most potential impact on outcome
   • CBest alternative out of the possible solutions, incorporating associated risks and opportunities
   • DDiagram for all project uncertainties and their influence over a period of time

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   Answer: A

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2. Question 152 · 497 in bank

   Project managers play a key role in performing integration on a project. What are the three different levels of integration?

   • AProcess, cognitive, and context
   • BComplexity, understand, and change
   • CInteract, insight, and leadership
   • DCommunication, knowledge, and value

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   Answer: A

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3. Question 153 · 497 in bank

   Which of the following is an example of tacit knowledge?

   • ARisk register
   • BProject requirements
   • CExpert judgment
   • DMake-or-buy analysis

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   Answer: C

   Explanation

   C. Expert judgment Expert judgment is an example of tacit knowledge. Tacit knowledge refers to knowledge that is difficult to express or codify and is typically acquired through personal experience, intuition, or expertise. Expert judgment is the knowledge and insights that experienced individuals bring to a project based on their past experiences and expertise in a particular domain. It is not easily documented and is often transferred through interactions, mentorship, or shared experiences, making it a prime example of tacit knowledge.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — 041ba31

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4. Question 154 · 497 in bank

   Which tools and techniques will a project manager use to develop a project charter?

   • AProject manager experience, expert judgment, scope statement, and meetings
   • BLessons learned database, interpersonal and team skills, cost baseline, and meetings
   • CExpert judgment, data gathering, scope statement, schedule baseline, and meetings
   • DExpert judgment, data gathering, interpersonal and team skills, and meetings

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   Answer: D

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5. Question 155 · 497 in bank

   Which of the following technology platforms is most effective for sharing information when managing virtual project teams?

   • AVideo conferencing
   • BAudio conferencing
   • CShared portal
   • DEmail/chat

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   Answer: C

   Explanation

   Page 340 in PMBOK, Shared Portal is for shared repository regarding information sharing; email/chat is for regular communications. Video conferencing and audio conferencing are for communications as well. So the other three are for communications while a shared portal are for info.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — [Removed]

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6. Question 156 · 497 in bank

   When should Project Risk Management be conducted?

   • AProject Planning
   • BMonitoring and Controlling
   • CQuality Planning
   • DThroughout the project lifecycle

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   Answer: D

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7. Question 157 · 497 in bank

   One of the outputs of the project schedule is a detailed plan. What is the main purpose of that detailed plan?

   • AIt represents how and when the project will deliver the products, services, and results defined in the project scope
   • BIt creates a formal record of the project and shows the organizational commitment to the project
   • CIt describes how the scope will be defined, developed, monitored, controlled, and validated
   • DIt provides the needs of a stakeholders or stakeholder group

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   Answer: A

   Explanation

   "A" should be the answer. This was explained under the key concepts for project schedule management pg674 of 6th edition. Literally, Answer A was verbatim.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — Haddie

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8. Question 158 · 497 in bank

   Which of the following are processes associated with Project Cost Management?

   • ADevelop Costs, Estimate Costs, Determine Budget, Control Costs
   • BDevelop Budget, Determine Budget, Determine Risks, Control Costs
   • CPlan Cost Management, Estimate Costs, Determine Budget, Control Costs
   • DPlan Budget Management, Determine Budget, Create Cost Accounts, Control Costs

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   Answer: C

   Explanation

   C. Plan Cost Management, Estimate Costs, Determine Budget, Control Costs The processes associated with Project Cost Management are: 1. Plan Cost Management: This process involves defining how the project's cost management activities will be planned, structured, and executed throughout the project. 2. Estimate Costs: This process is focused on developing an estimation of the costs associated with the project activities and resources required to complete the project work. 3. Determine Budget: This process involves aggregating the estimated costs to establish a cost baseline for the project, which is used as a reference for project cost control. 4. Control Costs: This process focuses on monitoring, tracking, and managing project costs to ensure that they are within the approved budget and that any necessary corrective actions are taken if there are variations from the budget.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — 041ba31

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9. Question 159 · 497 in bank

   A project manager is performing the procurement management process with three vendors. The project team is reviewing the requests for proposal (RFPs). What type of procurement document is the RFP?

   • ABid document
   • BStatement of work (SOW)
   • CSource selection criteria
   • DIndependent cost estimate

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   Answer: A

   Explanation

   A- Bid document. 12.1.3.3 Depending on the goods or services needed, the bidding documents can include a request for information, request for quotation, request for proposal, or other appropriate procurement documents. The conditions involving their use are presented below: uu uu uu Request for information (RFI). An RFI is used when more information on the goods and services to be acquired is needed from the sellers. It will typically be followed by an RFQ or RFP

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — limoncello

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10. Question 160 · 497 in bank

    What is a key benefit of using virtual project teams?

    • AEnsures appropriate behavior, security, and the protection of proprietary information
    • BReduces the risk of conflict due to interpersonal communications and other interactions
    • CAssures that all team members have a clear and common understanding of the project
    • DReduces project cost by use of modern technologies allowing seamless team collaboration

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    Answer: D

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