PGMP practice questions 171–180

1. Question 171 · 439 in bank

   What duration compression technique typically adds risk when it's used during a program?

   • ALead time generation
   • BFast tracking
   • CResource leveling heuristics
   • DCrashing

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   Answer: B

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2. Question 172 · 439 in bank

   A program receives initial approval from the selection committee to proceed with the program development. What should the program manager do next?

   • ADefine the program architecture and assign the benefits realization to the component projects.
   • BComplete the program setup to establish a firm foundation of support and approval for the program.
   • CAnalyze lessons learned and historical information to validate the program's expected outcomes.
   • DContinue to develop the high-level program road map.

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   Answer: D

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3. Question 173 · 439 in bank

   You are the program manager for your organization. Management has asked that you determine when resources, such as leased equipment, are no longer needed so that you may release the resources to save time, money, and utilization of resources within your program. What program management process is management asking you to perform?

   • AContract administration
   • BResource management
   • CResource control
   • DProcurement management

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   Answer: B

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4. Question 174 · 439 in bank

   The program manager of a multinational program must reconcile data including subject matter experts' labor hour estimates, and other direct resource hour estimates. In addition, the program manager must prepare the cash flow analysis. Which of the following should be considered to get a baseline budget?

   • ACurrency exchange rates
   • BComponent cost estimates
   • CBaseline schedule
   • DProgram payment schedules

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   Answer: B

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5. Question 175 · 439 in bank

   A key stakeholder's requirement contradicts the organization's strategic objectives. The program manager meets with the stakeholder, but is unable to reach a compromise on the requirement. What should the program manager do first?

   • AMeet with the program management office to update the benefits management plan
   • BMeet with organization's strategic planning committee to obtain clarification
   • CMeet with the program sponsor to address the issue
   • DMeet the customer to determine if the stakeholder's requirement is valid

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   Answer: C

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6. Question 176 · 439 in bank

   Near the completion of a transformation program, the operations manager is concerned that their department failed to be notified in advance of the new service being transitioned into operations. They claim that their department did not approve this service, and is now unprepared and untrained to support the transformation. What should the program manager have done first to prevent this?

   • AAdded the operations manager as a key stakeholder
   • BCreated a transition plan during the planning phase for the impacted operational area
   • CEnsured there was a communications management plan that included the transition to operations
   • DDrafted a training plan with assistance from the program management office (PMO) or human resource department before transitioning it to operations

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   Answer: B

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7. Question 177 · 439 in bank

   A program stakeholder is concerned about information they receive about a project. Who is responsible for reviewing the communications management plan to assure adequate information is provided to the stakeholder?

   • AProgram sponsor
   • BCommunications manager
   • CProject manager
   • DProgram manager

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   Answer: D

   Explanation

   In the case where a program stakeholder is concerned about the information they receive about a project, the responsibility for reviewing the communications management plan to ensure adequate information is provided to the stakeholder falls on: D. Program manager. The program manager is responsible for the overall coordination and management of the program, which includes ensuring that communication strategies are effectively implemented. This responsibility involves overseeing the communications management plan and making sure that it addresses the information needs of all stakeholders. While the project manager, communications manager, and program sponsor play significant roles in communication, it is the program manager who ultimately ensures that the communication plan is adequate and effectively executed across the program.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — happykaur

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8. Question 178 · 439 in bank

   A program manager prepares the program for review to secure funding by senior management. Which of the following must the program manager identify when creating the program charter?

   • AMilestone dates, budget, and staff details that support it
   • BAssumptions incorporated into the benefits management plan
   • CProcess within the organization that will be needed to deliver the product
   • DKey decision makers or stakeholders in the program and their expectations and interests

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   Answer: D

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9. Question 179 · 439 in bank

   A newly appointed country manager suggests that the regional program manager use a social media platform to expedite communications and address questions. The new country manager used this social media platform at a previous job. What should the regional program manager do to address the country manager's request?

   • ASuggest that the country manager use the existing communication channels while the team becomes familiar with the new social media platform.
   • BAsk the country manager to champion the social media platform, as they may have more influence than the regional program manager.
   • CReview existing in-house social media capabilities to determine if they will meet the needs of the country manager's request, and update the stakeholder register.
   • DAsk the technology, security, and project teams to assess the country manager's request.

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   Answer: D

   Explanation

   I still think D is the right answer. A regional program manager to start reviewing in house social capabilities could be a distraction, plus may not make the best decision. It should be left to corporate technology, security teams to review and advise on fitment.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — psvexam

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10. Question 180 · 439 in bank

    A program manager for the construction of an international event venue that will impact the local community needs to determine the best approach for communications. One of the conditions of the program is that after the event takes place, a park will be built for the community's use. What should the program manager do to ensure community support?

    • AReview the scope with the program sponsor and community representatives
    • BOrganize an advocacy group and facilitate community engagement
    • CNegotiate the program scope with community representatives
    • DEnsure community representatives are part of the steering committee

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    Answer: B

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