PMP practice questions 381–390

1. Question 381 · 1401 in bank

   At the start of a project, the sponsor declares that demonstrating benefits from the product will be extremely important. The project sponsor calls a meeting with the project manager and the project leadership team to discuss the best approach because the project has a high degree of uncertainty and many changes are expected. What should the project manager propose?

   • ADevelop requirements and designs to support a faster product release.
   • BOutsource development of the product to a third party with more experience.
   • CRecommend an agile approach so the project can be delivered iteratively.
   • DEmphasize the adoption of a predictive approach to minimize ambiguity.

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   Answer: C

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2. Question 382 · 1401 in bank

   A functional manager is concerned that the project's quality management techniques have advanced beyond the department's capabilities and wants the project team to review all quality management activities in two full-day workshops the following week. What should the project manager do next?

   • AIndicate that this was a not a requirement identified during project planning and it is outside of the scope.
   • BDraft a project decision request to include in the scope for the current iteration and ask the sponsor to approve.
   • CExplain that the team is fully dedicated to the current sprint activities and negotiate a mutually agreeable time.
   • DAdd this to the project backlog and have the product owner determine where it fits in terms of priority.

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   Answer: C

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3. Question 383 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager is assigned to a dental equipment development project that is in the middle of its design phase. After reviewing the project prototype, it is identified that a couple of requirements specifications are missing. Which action should the project manager take next?

   • AAsk the team to wait until they are able to update the requirements specifications.
   • BDiscuss with the team and build a workaround plan to immediately deliver the pending requirements specifications.
   • CMeet with the development team to review and assess the requirements specifications.
   • DPrepare a change request for the change control board (CCB) to remove the missing requirements specifications.

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   Answer: C

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4. Question 384 · 1401 in bank

   A customer discovered quality issues with the latest deliverables. However, the project team immediately resolved the issues. Now that the project is back on track, what should the project manager do next?

   • APerform lessons learned to ensure the issue does not happen again.
   • BReassess the risk log to ensure it is up to date.
   • CSchedule a team meeting to review the issue.
   • DMonitor quality metrics to ensure the project continues as planned.

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   Answer: A

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5. Question 385 · 1401 in bank

   A project manager uses a laissez-faire leadership style with a newly hired project team. The project manager quickly notices that team members are underperforming, the schedule is delayed, and the project is overbudget. What should the project manager have done at the start of the project?

   • AManaged the team as necessary and allowed them to work on their own
   • BAdapted a direct management style according to the project team's needs
   • CEstablished goals and provided the project team with sufficient authority to work
   • DAdapted a servant leader management style to support the team's development

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   Answer: B

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6. Question 386 · 1401 in bank

   In a geographically distributed project team, the project team members continue to email status reports and update schedules after their weekly meeting discussions. However, the team is having difficulty tracking the changes and progress made. What should the project manager do?

   • AFacilitate training on version control and project artifacts.
   • BMaintain separate document control via regions to avoid discrepancies.
   • CMaintain a central repository of artifacts with a version control system.
   • DDevelop a document management software for version control.

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   Answer: C

   Explanation

   I go with "C". 1st Hint is "Team geographically distributed" & " every weekly meeting after using mail to send status report & schedule updates. Here real impediment is tracking the reports from various locations. Training is required if team members not understand or having issues to follow the existing communication. But its not reflected in asked question. So, Maintain a central repository of artifacts with a version control system is good option to collect reports, tracking changes and progress can made.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — venkat2023

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7. Question 387 · 1401 in bank

   A project is comprised of team members who are not engaged and committed to project success. What should the project manager do to address this situation?

   • AContact the project sponsor to request approval to release the current team and hire replacement personnel
   • BCall each team member to gain their perspective on the problem, then bring the whole team together to discuss a solution
   • CSend each team member a direct email indicating that disciplinary action is likely if they do not change their attitude
   • DAccept the situation knowing there is schedule slack available to release on an incremental basis when necessary

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   B. Call each team member to gain their perspective on the problem, then bring the whole team together to discuss a solution

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — victory108

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8. Question 388 · 1401 in bank

   A project stakeholder has expressed concern that the established success criteria for the project are not being met. What should the project manager do next?

   • ADocument the agreed-upon ownership of benefits realization.
   • BReview the established project benefits tracking metrics.
   • CCreate a project benefits management plan.
   • DUpdate the project business case document.

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   Answer: B

   Explanation

   B. Review the established project benefits tracking metrics. Here's why: Assessment of Performance: Reviewing the established project benefits tracking metrics allows the project manager to assess whether the project is meeting its success criteria and delivering the expected benefits. This step helps identify any discrepancies between the planned benefits and the actual outcomes. Data-Driven Analysis: By examining the project benefits tracking metrics, the project manager can gather data on the project's performance against the established success criteria. This data-driven analysis provides insights into areas where the project may be falling short and helps in determining appropriate corrective actions. Immediate Action: Reviewing the metrics provides an immediate response to the stakeholder's concern and demonstrates proactive management of project performance. It allows the project manager to address the stakeholder's concerns based on factual information rather than assumptions.

   Source: Adapted from community discussion — ELTIGANI

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9. Question 389 · 1401 in bank

   A project team member informs the project manager that a stakeholder is contacting the team member to request status updates. The team member is being distracted by these repeated requests, which are interfering with the completion of assigned tasks. What should the project manager do?

   • AReview this stakeholder's communication requirements.
   • BInform the team member to stop sending any further updates to the stakeholder.
   • CIncrease the frequency of updates given to this stakeholder.
   • DRaise this issue to the project sponsor in the next project status review meeting.

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   Answer: A

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10. Question 390 · 1401 in bank

    A project selection committee is shortlisting projects for the coming year. Which selection criteria should the project manager recommend?

    • AProjects with the least associated risks
    • BProjects with maximum revenue generation
    • CProjects with the least duration
    • DProjects that maximize the business value

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    Answer: D

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