PGMP practice questions 401–410

1. Question 401 · 439 in bank

   Two new component projects need to be incorporated into a program due to some changes in the organization's priorities. These changes are generating a new demand for resources not previously considered. Getting the resources to be fully productive could take a long time. What should the program manager do first?

   • AReject the new projects due to insufficient resources to address the arising needs
   • BOutsource the two new projects to external companies so the program schedule is not impacted
   • CAsk the human resources (HR) manager to start the recruiting process to get all the resources the program needs
   • DLook within the organization for resources with the required or similar level of skills and assign them to the new projects

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   Answer: D

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2. Question 402 · 439 in bank

   A project manager for a component, calls a program manager for advice. The project manager plans to schedule technical training for the project team on the critical skills needed for project delivery and asks the program manager which document to update. Which document should the program manager advise the project manager to update for the required training?

   • AStakeholder engagement plan
   • BTraining management plan
   • CRisk management plan
   • DResource management plan

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   Answer: D

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3. Question 403 · 439 in bank

   A company's senior leadership asked a program sponsor to make some changes to the benefits a program delivers each month. The senior leader and program sponsor are both concerned this request could create a schedule slip but are willing to accept the changes if the program team can continue to deliver each month. What should the program manager do to address this situation?

   • AAssess the roadmap to determine if updates are necessary
   • BNotify the component project managers of the changes
   • CRecord this risk in the program risk register with a score
   • DPresent a change order to the program sponsor with the adjustments

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   Answer: A

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4. Question 404 · 439 in bank

   A program manager decides to schedule a program meeting with all team members to ensure all program team members understand the need to maximize productivity. What specific point should the program manager emphasize?

   • ABuild ownership within the team and act as an enabler of the program
   • BUnderstand the specific roles and responsibilities of the program team members
   • CFocus on handling program escalations and risk mitigation
   • DCentralize ownership to prevent individuals from making decisions on the program

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   Answer: A

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5. Question 405 · 439 in bank

   A program is unable to use an office building for at least 6 months. The program sponsor provided office space in a distant location. The program sponsor has asked the program manager to provide an update on the effects of this unplanned change. What should the program manager do first?

   • ARequire team members to work at the distant location until the local site is available
   • BInvestigate the option for team members to work remotely until the local site is available
   • CEvaluate the impact of the location change to the program cost schedule, and risk
   • DNotify the program sponsor that work will cease until the local site is available

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   Answer: C

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6. Question 406 · 439 in bank

   A program manager with experience is taking over a large sewage treatment program that involves the interests of all parties. During program formulation, the enterprise trades off from the benefit-cost perspective: the environmental protection government considers the health of local inhabitants. Which technique will help the program manager to set clear engagement goals?

   • AStakeholder onion diagram
   • BPower/interest grid with stakeholders
   • CStakeholder engagement objectives
   • DPrinciples of stakeholder engagement

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   Answer: C

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7. Question 407 · 439 in bank

   Multiple component projects in a program are behind schedule, creating a risk that the program will not deliver the benefits contractually required the following month. This will cause the company to default and damage its brand reputation. What should the program manager do first?

   • AImplement the actions prescribed in the risk register
   • BNotify the steering committee and program sponsor
   • CContact the legal council assigned to the program
   • DIncrease funding for the projects that are at risk

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   Answer: A

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8. Question 408 · 439 in bank

   Benefits achieved in the current stage of a program are being assessed against the program's progress. The customer feels the program is being delayed. Which artifact should the program manager use to address the customer's concern?

   • AProgram schedule
   • BProgram benefits register
   • CProgram business case
   • DProgram roadmap

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   Answer: D

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9. Question 409 · 439 in bank

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   A program manager will need to document the benefits sustainment plan after completion of a program. Which two actions should the program manager include in the plan? (Choose two.)

   • AInclude the business owner in the benefits realization process
   • BAlign the expected benefits with the organization’s goals and objectives
   • CMonitor the benefits delivered by the program components.
   • DIdentify and assess the value and impact of the program benefits
   • EAssign responsibility and accountability for benefits realization

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   Answer: AE

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10. Question 410 · 439 in bank

    During initiation of a program component, a program manager asks a component manager to design the component's key performance indicators (KPIs) in compliance with the overall program KPIs. During which phase is this activity occurring?

    • AProgram planning phase
    • BComponent transition phase
    • CProgram delivery phase
    • DComponent oversight phase

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    Answer: A

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