CAPM practice questions 181–190

1. Question 181 · 497 in bank

   What organizational process asset (OPA) can impact a project?

   • AMarketplace conditions
   • BPreapproved supplier lists
   • CPhysical environmental elements
   • DLegal restrictions

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   B. Preapproved supplier lists Organizational process assets (OPAs) encompass a wide range of information, processes, and historical data within an organization that can impact a project. Among the options provided: B. Preapproved supplier lists are a specific type of OPA that can impact a project. These lists can influence procurement decisions by providing information about suppliers who have been vetted and approved for use in previous projects. Using preapproved supplier lists can streamline the procurement process and affect the selection of suppliers for the project. While marketplace conditions, physical environmental elements, and legal restrictions can also impact a project, they are not typically categorized as OPAs. Instead, they are external factors or constraints that need to be considered during project planning and execution.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — 041ba31

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2. Question 182 · 497 in bank

   DRAG DROP - Match the method for categorizing stakeholders with its corresponding description.

   

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3. Question 183 · 497 in bank

   What earned value (EV) measure indicates the cost efficiency of the work completed?

   • ACost variance (CV)
   • BCost performance index (CPI)
   • CTo-complete performance index (TCPI)
   • DVariance at completion (VAC)

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   B. Cost performance index (CPI) The cost performance index (CPI) is the earned value (EV) measure that indicates the cost efficiency of the work completed on a project. It is calculated by dividing the earned value (EV) by the actual cost (AC). The CPI value greater than 1 indicates that the project is under budget and that the work is being performed efficiently. A CPI less than 1 suggests that the project is over budget and that the work is not being performed as efficiently as planned.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — 041ba31

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4. Question 184 · 497 in bank

   Product requirements specify a functionality that depends upon expertise that is unavailable internally. What process should be implemented to generate a make-or-buy decision?

   • AConduct Procurements
   • BPlan Procurement Management
   • CPlan Risk Responses
   • DPlan Risk Management

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   B. Plan Procurement Management When product requirements specify a functionality that depends on expertise that is unavailable internally and a decision needs to be made regarding whether to make the product in-house or buy it from an external source, the appropriate process to implement is "Plan Procurement Management." In this process, the project team evaluates the various procurement options, including make-or-buy decisions. It involves determining whether it's more advantageous to procure the required expertise externally through contracts or to develop it internally. The process helps in defining the procurement strategy, identifying potential sellers, and establishing the criteria for selecting the right approach, which includes the make-or-buy decision.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — 041ba31

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5. Question 185 · 497 in bank

   DRAG DROP - Match the process with its corresponding Process Group.

   

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6. Question 186 · 497 in bank

   Which are the most important competencies required for a project manager?

   • ALeadership, bilingualism, experience, and technical knowledge
   • BPMP certification, experience, technical knowledge, and post-graduate education
   • CLeadership, strategic and business management, project management knowledge, and technical knowledge
   • DCommunication skills, project management knowledge, PMP certification, and availability to travel

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   Answer: C

   Explanation

   Page 52 of 6th edition The project manager is not expected to perform every role on the project, but should possess project management knowledge, technical knowledge, understanding, and experience. The project manager provides the project team with leadership, planning, and coordination through communications. The project manager provides written communications (e.g., documented plans and schedules) and communicates in real time with the team using meetings and verbal or nonverbal cues.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — UlrichIng

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7. Question 187 · 497 in bank

   What can increase the complexity of the Manage Stakeholder Engagement process?

   • AThe project must be of high quality.
   • BThe stakeholders are from different countries.
   • CThe project must comply with strict local government regulations.
   • DThe project has a tight budget and timeline.

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   B. The stakeholders are from different countries. Managing stakeholders from different countries or diverse cultural backgrounds can significantly increase the complexity of the Manage Stakeholder Engagement process. Cultural differences can lead to variations in communication styles, expectations, and perspectives, making it more challenging to effectively engage and manage stakeholders. It may require additional efforts such as cross-cultural communication training, localization of project materials, and sensitivity to cultural norms and preferences. While the other options (A. The project must be of high quality, C. The project must comply with strict local government regulations, D. The project has a tight budget and timeline) can add complexity to a project in their own right, they are not directly related to the complexity of managing stakeholder engagement based on cultural diversity.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — 041ba31

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8. Question 188 · 497 in bank

   Which of the following set of items belongs to the communications management plan?

   • AEscalation processes and meeting management
   • BProject schedule and glossary of common terminology
   • CEscalation processes and stakeholder communication requirements
   • DInteractive communication model and information to be communicated

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   Answer: C

   Explanation

   C. Escalation processes and stakeholder communication requirements The Communications Management Plan typically includes information such as how communication will be handled, who needs to be communicated with, what information should be communicated, and when and how it should be communicated. In this context, "escalation processes" (how to handle issues and problems that may arise) and "stakeholder communication requirements" (what information various stakeholders need and how they want to receive it) are both components that belong to the Communications Management Plan. The other options include items that may be part of project documentation or other management plans but are not typically found within the Communications Management Plan.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — 041ba31

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9. Question 189 · 497 in bank

   Which of the following is an output of the Perform Integrated Change Control process?

   • ACost-benefit analysis
   • BUpdated project charter
   • CApproved change request
   • DMulticriteria decision analysis

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   Answer: C

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10. Question 190 · 497 in bank

    What is the recommended approach for handling risk in a high-variability environment?

    • AAdaptive
    • BPredictive
    • CIterative
    • DIncremental

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    Answer: A

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