PMP practice questions 1,221–1,230

1. Question 1221 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager is in rapid development mode on a joint application development module. The company wants delivery to occur in two weeks. The module needs to be integrated with other modules on a similar timeline, but release management has a three-week backlog. What should the project manager do?

   • APush the team to deliver more so that the modules are developed and rolled out according to management's request
   • BSpeak to the stakeholders to resolve the bottleneck and see how the entire process can be streamlined
   • CHave the team work toward the tighter deadline so that integration will be easier
   • DSpeak to the team and slow the current pace to ensure the team is in alignment with the release date

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   Answer: B

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2. Question 1222 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager has been working on a critical project to transform an organization's operations. The project manager had successfully completed four sprints when the innovation director was replaced. The new director placed a hold on the project until a new strategy can be put in place. What should the project manager do first?

   • ADiscuss the vision and possible impacts with the new director.
   • BReview the risk management plan from previous projects with the new director.
   • CEscalate to the project sponsor to remove the project hold.
   • DSeek approval from the new director to replace the current contingency budget.

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   Answer: A

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3. Question 1223 · 1401 in bank

   An organization is introducing agile to its projects. During an informal discussion the project manager learned that team members who are currently working on different teams are discussing how they would like to be together on the same team. What should the project manager do?

   • AThe project manager should not allow resources to choose teams because the project manager assigns the resources based upon project needs
   • BThe project manager should not allow resources to choose on which team they would like to work because they will always choose their favorite team
   • CThe project manager should allow the resources to periodically choose on which team they would like to work
   • DThe project manager should indicate that the team members have already been assigned to a team through workforce optimization

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   Answer: D

   Explanation

   I will go with D. The Organization is introducing Agile in the projects, so it´s in the initiating phase and the project teams doesn´t have experience and maturity enough to start to take important decitions. By other side C seems wrong, it says "let team periodically choose", team participants should be choose by the PM and PM should work in collaboration with the team but which periodicity they should be able to choose a change? once a week, once a month, twice a year?. Agile set up that teams must be keep as same and changes should be avoid to keep the maturity and the velocity of the team and change team members can induce into performance risks

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — David983

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4. Question 1224 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager works for an organization that intends to begin using agile delivery, but there is a lack of support from some business units. The project manager needs to address the lack of trust in agile. What should the project manager recommend?

   • ANegotiate special arrangements for an agile pilot project.
   • BDefine detailed work instructions for agile project delivery.
   • CImplement and establish an agile framework for the project.
   • DHire a team of contractors for agile project delivery.

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   Answer: A

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5. Question 1225 · 1401 in bank

   During a retrospective meeting a project manager hears that stakeholders have been constantly complaining at iteration demos about product features not being delivered as requested. What advice should the project manager give to the Product owner to ensure that product features are always delivered as requested?

   • AInclude stakeholders during daily standup meetings to monitor progress
   • BValidate acceptance criteria with stakeholders prior to backlog refinement
   • CAvoid including stakeholders in iteration reviews
   • DCreate a requirements traceability matrix and distribute it accordingly

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   Explanation: Option B is the correct answer because it focuses on involving stakeholders early in the process to ensure that their requirements and expectations are well understood before the work begins. Validating acceptance criteria with stakeholders before backlog refinement helps ensure that everyone is on the same page regarding the desired features and their specifications.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — Jamrock

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6. Question 1226 · 1401 in bank

   Five project team members are working on a software development project. As the time line for the project is very tight, the members are working overtime to keep the project on schedule. Recently, two members submitted resignations. What should the project manager do?

   • AAcquire experienced additional resources from third-party suppliers.
   • BAssist the team to reallocate the task to the three team members.
   • CAcquire replacements by starting the hiring process immediately.
   • DEscalate to the project sponsor and seek approval for a schedule delay.

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   Answer: A

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7. Question 1227 · 1401 in bank

   A project for a new product launch is in a very initial stage and the requirements are evolving. Due to stiff competition in the market, the customer would like to launch the product keeping the scope flexible. The project team intends to start the work based on the forecast of a similar project delivered last year. Which project approach suits the scenario?

   • AExecute it as a Scrum project
   • BExecute it as a predictive project
   • CExecute it using the same approach as the reference project
   • DExecute it as a project with stage gates

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   Answer: A

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8. Question 1228 · 1401 in bank

   During a project kickoff meeting, the client indicates that the benefits of the project will become the most important revenue stream for the company. The client needs to find opportunities to deliver value to their company as soon as possible. What should the project manager do?

   • AApply project schedule compression techniques to deliver benefits faster.
   • BPlan project iterations taking into consideration value delivery.
   • CDevelop a project management plan to achieve the goals of the project faster.
   • DAlign the goals of the project with the revenue goals of the company.

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   Answer: B

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9. Question 1229 · 1401 in bank

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   A project team is experiencing delays in completing a task that turned out to be more complex than initially estimated. This is a critical task that could impact current iteration goals. What two options will help the team initially address this obstacle? (Choose two.)

   • AEscalate the issue to the project sponsor
   • BReview and update dependencies
   • CSchedule a retrospective
   • DConduct a root cause analysis
   • ECreate a risk management plan

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   Answer: BD

   Explanation

   I am sticking with BD. E = Risk management plan for an agile project? C = Scrum has only 1 retrospective in a sprint. You can call for an ad hoc meeting but not a retro. Retro is the last thing before the sprint ends.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — PMPStudent

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10. Question 1230 · 1401 in bank

    A project manager forms a new virtual project team that will be leading the project subcontractors in various countries. The project manager notices that each of the team members comes from a different culture. Which action should the project manager take to increase team cohesiveness?

    • AExecute a rotating relocation, where team members spend a certain amount of time in each of the countries.
    • BEmpower the team and emphasize the project manager's trust in them.
    • CArrange a weekly virtual meeting to allow team members to exchange their cultures.
    • DRequire each team member to physically attend at least two meetings per year.

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    Answer: C

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