Question 1

What is meant by a work breakdown structure and how does it help manage projects?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is meant by a work breakdown...

Question 2

The WBS is best suited for design and construction projects that have tangible outcomes.When the final outcome of the project is less tangible or it is result of a series of steps or phases,some project managers choose to utilize a(n)___________.

Accepted Answer

process breakdown structure (PBS
Explana

Question 3

Responsibility matrices are used primarily with small and medium-sized projects and have limited use in large projects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The hierarchical work breakdown structure provides management with information appropriate to each level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The most detailed element in the hierarchical breakdown of the project work to be accomplished is known as the __________.

Accepted Answer

work package
Explanation: The

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT true regarding scope creep?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is when the cost of the project is more than expected 
B)  It is the tendency for the project scope to expand over time 
C)  It most likely caused by a scope statement that is too broad 
D)  It can have both positive and negative impacts on a project 
E)  It can lead to added costs and possible project delays 
A)  It is when the cost of the project is more than expected 
B)  It is the tendency for the project scope to expand over time 
C)  It most likely caused by a scope statement that is too broad 
D)  It can have both positive and negative impacts on a project 
E)  It can lead to added costs and possible project delays

Question 7

The first step in planning any project is to ___________.

Accepted Answer

define the project scope
Explanation: De

Question 8

One of the primary jobs of a project manager is to manage the trade-offs among time,cost,and performance.To do so,the project manager must define and understand the ___________ of the project.

Accepted Answer

priorities
Explanation: One technique fo

Question 9

Identify and briefly describe the three categories used to classify the priority of major project parameters.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify and briefly describe the three categories...

Question 10

The integration of the lowest level of the WBS with the organizational units responsible for performing the work is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  Responsibility matrix. 
B)  Organization breakdown structure. 
C)  Work breakdown structure. 
D)  Priority matrix. 
E)  Process breakdown structure. 
A)  Responsibility matrix. 
B)  Organization breakdown structure. 
C)  Work breakdown structure. 
D)  Priority matrix. 
E)  Process breakdown structure.

Question 11

The project charter provides the project manager with written authority to use organizational resources for project activities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The type of information that will need to be collected during a project and who will receive this information can be found in the project __________ plan.

Accepted Answer

communication
Explanation: The project c

Question 13

How is project scope defined?

Accepted Answer

A)  The length of your project and how much it will cost 
B)  The deliverables or outputs during the course of the project 
C)  The range of resources you have available and their capabilities 
D)  What you expect to deliver to your customer when the project is complete 
E)  The range of customer expectations 
A)  The length of your project and how much it will cost 
B)  The deliverables or outputs during the course of the project 
C)  The range of resources you have available and their capabilities 
D)  What you expect to deliver to your customer when the project is complete 
E)  The range of customer expectations

Question 14

There are 5 steps involved when defining a project;which of the following is the last?

Accepted Answer

A)  Code the WBS for tracking 
B)  Assign the cost account to a manager 
C)  Assign the work package to a manager 
D)  Develop the responsibility matrix 
E)  All of these are included in the final step 
A)  Code the WBS for tracking 
B)  Assign the cost account to a manager 
C)  Assign the work package to a manager 
D)  Develop the responsibility matrix 
E)  All of these are included in the final step

Question 15

Which of the following is a good example of a Process Breakdown Structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  New car prototype 
B)  New software program 
C)  New instruction manual 
D)  New sports stadium 
E)  New project management book 
A)  New car prototype 
B)  New software program 
C)  New instruction manual 
D)  New sports stadium 
E)  New project management book

Question 16

The final stage in defining a project is coding the organization breakdown structure or OBS for the information system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Identify and briefly describe the six elements on the recommended project scope checklist.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify and briefly describe the six elements...

Question 18

Profit,time and performance are all basic classifications of project priorities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A technique that clearly establishes priorities with customers and top management so as to create shared expectations and avoid misunderstandings is developing a(n)___________.

Accepted Answer

priority matrix
Explanation: One techniq

Question 20

There are 5 steps involved when defining a project;which of the following is the first?

Accepted Answer

A)  Establish project priorities 
B)  Define the project scope 
C)  Verify the budget available 
D)  Assign team members to work on the project 
E)  Determine the required completion date 
A)  Establish project priorities 
B)  Define the project scope 
C)  Verify the budget available 
D)  Assign team members to work on the project 
E)  Determine the required completion date

What is meant by a work breakdown structure and how does it help manage projects?

The WBS is best suited for design and construction projects that have tangible outcomes.When the final outcome of the project is less tangible or it is result of a series of steps or phases,some project managers choose to utilize a(n)___________.

Responsibility matrices are used primarily with small and medium-sized projects and have limited use in large projects.

The hierarchical work breakdown structure provides management with information appropriate to each level.

The most detailed element in the hierarchical breakdown of the project work to be accomplished is known as the __________.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding scope creep?

The first step in planning any project is to ___________.

One of the primary jobs of a project manager is to manage the trade-offs among time,cost,and performance.To do so,the project manager must define and understand the ___________ of the project.

Identify and briefly describe the three categories used to classify the priority of major project parameters.

The integration of the lowest level of the WBS with the organizational units responsible for performing the work is known as

The project charter provides the project manager with written authority to use organizational resources for project activities.

The type of information that will need to be collected during a project and who will receive this information can be found in the project __________ plan.

How is project scope defined?

There are 5 steps involved when defining a project;which of the following is the last?

Which of the following is a good example of a Process Breakdown Structure?

The final stage in defining a project is coding the organization breakdown structure or OBS for the information system.

Identify and briefly describe the six elements on the recommended project scope checklist.

Profit,time and performance are all basic classifications of project priorities.

A technique that clearly establishes priorities with customers and top management so as to create shared expectations and avoid misunderstandings is developing a(n)___________.

There are 5 steps involved when defining a project;which of the following is the first?

Modern Project Management

Organization Strategy and Project Selection

Organization: Structure and Culture

Estimating Project Times and Costs

Developing a Project Plan

Managing Risk

Scheduling Resources and Costs

Reducing Project Duration

Leadership: Being an Effective Project Manager

Managing Project Teams

Outsourcing: Managing Interorganizational Relations

Progress and Performance Measurement and Evaluation

Project Closure

International Projects

Oversight

An Introduction to Agile Project Management

Project Management Career Paths

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Exam 4: Defining the Project

What is meant by a work breakdown structure and how does it help manage projects?

The WBS is best suited for design and construction projects that have tangible outcomes.When the final outcome of the project is less tangible or it is result of a series of steps or phases,some project managers choose to utilize a(n)___________.

Responsibility matrices are used primarily with small and medium-sized projects and have limited use in large projects.

The hierarchical work breakdown structure provides management with information appropriate to each level.

The most detailed element in the hierarchical breakdown of the project work to be accomplished is known as the __________.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding scope creep?

The first step in planning any project is to ___________.

One of the primary jobs of a project manager is to manage the trade-offs among time,cost,and performance.To do so,the project manager must define and understand the ___________ of the project.

Identify and briefly describe the three categories used to classify the priority of major project parameters.

The integration of the lowest level of the WBS with the organizational units responsible for performing the work is known as

The project charter provides the project manager with written authority to use organizational resources for project activities.

The type of information that will need to be collected during a project and who will receive this information can be found in the project __________ plan.

How is project scope defined?

There are 5 steps involved when defining a project;which of the following is the last?

Which of the following is a good example of a Process Breakdown Structure?

The final stage in defining a project is coding the organization breakdown structure or OBS for the information system.

Identify and briefly describe the six elements on the recommended project scope checklist.

Profit,time and performance are all basic classifications of project priorities.

A technique that clearly establishes priorities with customers and top management so as to create shared expectations and avoid misunderstandings is developing a(n)___________.

There are 5 steps involved when defining a project;which of the following is the first?

Modern Project Management

Organization Strategy and Project Selection

Organization: Structure and Culture

Estimating Project Times and Costs

Developing a Project Plan

Managing Risk

Scheduling Resources and Costs

Reducing Project Duration

Leadership: Being an Effective Project Manager

Managing Project Teams

Outsourcing: Managing Interorganizational Relations

Progress and Performance Measurement and Evaluation

Project Closure

International Projects

Oversight

An Introduction to Agile Project Management

Project Management Career Paths

Filters