PMP practice questions 1,151–1,160

1. Question 1151 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager for a software technology project works in a matrixed organization with virtual teams. Unfortunately, the functional manager informs the project manager that there may not be any resources available to test the software. What should the project manager do next?

   • ARequest a teleconference meeting with the sponsor to submit a change request to allow the development team to conduct testing
   • BEngage with the functional manager to discuss details to obtain the required support
   • CDiscuss testing requirements at the weekly project meeting to negotiate the best approach to test software
   • DSend an email to the procurement specialist to negotiate with a company that specializes in software testing

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   I think B is a better answer because of the keyword "matrixed organization". The person who raised the resource issue is the Functional manager. Option C talks about coming up with a better approach in testing but the issue is [there may not be any resource]. Unless you skip testing entirely.. the best testing approach still need resource.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — alltaken

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2. Question 1152 · 1401 in bank

   During the daily meetings with the team the project manager notices that a new team member is not making the expected progress on an assigned task. What should the project manager do?

   • AAsk the new team member to follow the team ground rules
   • BAsk an experienced team member to identify a replacement
   • CAsk the new team member to reassess their own capabilities
   • DAsk an experienced team member to coach the new team member

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   Answer: D

   Explanation

   Gonna go with D here, asking them the old "Are you right for this job?" is going to really bring down their motivation, and they might just be stuck with a process question, or maybe not reporting their progress through the proper channels.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — [Removed]

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3. Question 1153 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager is managing an iterative project that delivers value incrementally. Over time, the stakeholders have challenged that the team is delivering less value now than they did at the beginning of the project. The project is still predicted to be completed as planned. How should the project manager respond to the stakeholders?

   • AExplain to the stakeholders that progress is measured by the completion of project requirements that are tracked against the project schedule, and relay that the project is on schedule.
   • BExplain to the stakeholders that value delivery is based on resources invested and the potential gain or loss reduction, and that each of these factors can vary over time.
   • CInform the stakeholders that the project prioritizes the highest business value items in the backlog first, and explain it is not unusual for the project to deliver less business value over time.
   • DReview the value delivery schedule with the project team to understand why value delivery is decreasing, implement solutions to stabilize value delivery, and communicate the corrective actions.

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   Answer: D

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4. Question 1154 · 1401 in bank

   A company's project management office (PMO) has started to implement iterative tools. A project manager is starting a new project and has identified an opportunity to use the iterative tools. One of the senior managers is concerned about this modified framework as it is fairly new to the company. What should the project manager do first?

   • AOrganize individual sessions with the stakeholders to build awareness and trust in the new framework
   • BLook for external training on the new framework to eliminate the risk of low engagement from stakeholders
   • CSend documentation to the senior manager about the advantages of the new framework
   • DEscalate the senior manager's concern to the project sponsor and distribute the status to the team

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   Answer: A

   Explanation

   Given the scenario where the project manager has identified an opportunity to use the new iterative tools but faces resistance or concern from a senior manager, the first step the project manager should take is to build awareness and trust around the new framework. A. Organize individual sessions with the stakeholders to build awareness and trust in the new framework. By organizing individual sessions with stakeholders, especially those expressing concerns, the project manager can provide clarity, answer questions, and directly address any misconceptions or fears about the new approach. This proactive measure can help in fostering understanding and buy-in from key stakeholders.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — Only12go

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5. Question 1155 · 1401 in bank

   After finalizing a complex project, the project manager notices that multiple risks became issues during the execution phase. Unfortunately, the project manager was not prepared to deal with them as they were low probability and impact risks. What should the project manager have done to avoid this situation?

   • AScheduled daily meetings with key stakeholders to assess project risks
   • BHired a risk analyst to constantly monitor the project risks
   • CClassified all risks as high probability and impact
   • DAssessed and prioritized risks continuously along the project life cycle

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   Answer: D

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6. Question 1156 · 1401 in bank

   A project in the execution phase is behind schedule and is missing some materials. The contractor submits an offer to supply the missing materials and reimburse the cost since the internal procurement process will cause more delay. The project manager does not agree with the costs submitted by the contractor for the missing materials. What should the project manager do next?

   • AAsk the project sponsor to allocate more budget to cover the costs
   • BUpdate the procurement management plan and negotiate with the contractor.
   • CAsk the contractor to review the offer and reduce the costs.
   • DUpdate the procurement strategy and negotiate with the contractor

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   Since the project is already in the execution phase, updating the procurement management plan can help the project manager determine the appropriate procurement strategy to use in addressing the current issue with the contractor's offer. This may include negotiating with the contractor to arrive at a more reasonable cost or finding alternative sources for the missing materials. Option A is not the best choice because asking for additional budget may not always be feasible or available. Option C is not recommended since it may not be feasible for the contractor to reduce the costs of the materials any further. Option D is not necessary since the procurement strategy may not need to be changed, only updated to reflect the current situation.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — RevZig67

   References

   • pmi.org documentation

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7. Question 1157 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager is about to kick off a new project with the team. Due to an unprecedented event, all team members are currently working remotely. How should the project manager ensure the continuity of information sharing for the project?

   • AEncourage the team to create and distribute larger weekly reports.
   • BSetup clear communication channels with increased team interactions online.
   • CAdvise the team to communicate as much as possible with all team members.
   • DSend out multiple emails regarding the project's milestone deadlines.

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   Answer: B

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8. Question 1158 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager presented the project schedule to the mam stakeholders. They have requested that the project be completed two months earlier than the scheduled date. What should the project manager do?

   • AHold a stakeholder meeting to align timelines and scope expectations
   • BCrash the schedule to shorten the timeline while keeping the scope unchanged
   • CUpdate the cost management plan to allocate more resources to the project to finish the scope earlier
   • DReduce the scope of the project by removing activities and shortening the timeline

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   Answer: A

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9. Question 1159 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager is assigned to an automotive product development project in the middle of the pilot phase. According to the test lab, a durability test was completed with good results six weeks ago, but there were no reports left behind by the test engineer who left the organization the previous month. What should the previous project manager have done to prevent this issue?

   • ABuilt a pair-engineering environment so that experienced engineers always work with junior engineers to assist in knowledge transfer.
   • BLed a technical benchmark workshop every month to share state-of-the-art technology trends and ask all team members to attend the workshop.
   • CContracted with a third-party test lab to outsource all testing processes and required that they produce all test reports.
   • DBuilt shared repository for the project in the internal server and asked the team to create, record, and save all project deliverables to the server.

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   Answer: D

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10. Question 1160 · 1401 in bank

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    During the execution of a project the project manager notices that only one team member has one of the technical skills needed to build the product. The project manager is afraid this might have a future impact on the quality and schedule, because most of the upcoming activities will require at least three people with this specific skill. What two actions should the project manager take to prevent the team from being unqualified? (Choose two.)

    • AExclude the activities from the roadmap
    • BEncourage working in pairs and knowledge sharing
    • CTeach the entire team the new skill
    • DFacilitate a training event with an external tracer
    • EIncrease the time estimates on the activities that require such abilities

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    Answer: BD

    Explanation

    The project manager should take the following two actions to prevent the team from being unqualified: 1. **B. Encourage working in pairs and knowledge sharing**: This approach, often referred to as pair programming in software development, allows team members to learn from each other. The team member with the technical skill can share their knowledge with others, helping to increase the overall skill level of the team. 2. **D. Facilitate a training event with an external trainer**: If the skill is complex or requires formal training, bringing in an external trainer can be a good option. This can ensure that all team members receive the same level of instruction and can help to quickly increase the team's capabilities.

    Source: Adapted from community discussion — josephsafiran

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