Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A work breakdown structure (WB

Question 2

The intersection of work packages and the organizational unit creates a project control point called a(n)___________.

Accepted Answer

cost account
Explanation: The

Question 3

Once the __________ has been established, it is the basis for making trade-off decisions later in the project.

Accepted Answer

priority matrix
Explanation: If midway t

Question 4

When work packages are integrated with organizational units, a control point is created called a

Accepted Answer

A) Responsibility matrix. 
B) Priority matrix. 
C) Work package. 
D) Cost account. 
E) Project overlap. 
A) Responsibility matrix. 
B) Priority matrix. 
C) Work package. 
D) Cost account. 
E) Project overlap.

Question 5

If the project time should be accepted, then the project must be completed on time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Scope creep occurs when your project is completed over-budget.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

One of the items included on a project scope statement or checklist is the review with the customer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A Process Breakdown Structure can provide a reasonable alternative to a Work Breakdown structure for an extensive development project if

Accepted Answer

A) Phase exit criteria is firmly established. 
B) There are appropriate predecessor relationships in place. 
C) Deliverables are tightly aligned to milestones. 
D) Risk planning is included early in the project. 
A) Phase exit criteria is firmly established. 
B) There are appropriate predecessor relationships in place. 
C) Deliverables are tightly aligned to milestones. 
D) Risk planning is included early in the project.

Question 10

Process breakdown structures are used when the size and the scope of the project do not warrant an elaborate WBS or OBS.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The intersection of work packages and the organizational unit creates a project control point called a cost account.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

When specific work packages are assigned to a particular group or person within the organization, the result is called a(n)___________.

Accepted Answer

organizational breakdown structure
Expla

Question 13

One of the primary jobs of a project manager is to manage the trade-offs associated with the project.Which of the following is NOT one of the basic classifications of project priorities?

Accepted Answer

A) Profit 
B) Cost 
C) Time 
D) Performance 
E) All of these are basic classifications. 
A) Profit 
B) Cost 
C) Time 
D) Performance 
E) All of these are basic classifications.

Question 14

The result of subdividing the work of a project into smaller and smaller work elements is called a(n)__________.

Accepted Answer

work breakdown structure
Explanation: On

Question 15

A selective outline of the project that ensures the identification of all tasks and an understanding of what is to be done is called a(n)____________.

Accepted Answer

work breakdown structure
Explanation: On

Question 16

The last element of a project scope statement or checklist ensures an understanding and agreement of expectations.This is known as ____________.

Accepted Answer

reviews with customer
Explanat

Question 17

An activity that represents a major segment of work is a good example of a milestone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The fact that a new home being built must meet local building codes is an example of a limit and exclusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

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

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

The intersection of work packages and the organizational unit creates a project control point called a(n)___________.

Once the __________ has been established, it is the basis for making trade-off decisions later in the project.

When work packages are integrated with organizational units, a control point is created called a

If the project time should be accepted, then the project must be completed on time.

Scope creep occurs when your project is completed over-budget.

One of the items included on a project scope statement or checklist is the review with the customer.

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

A Process Breakdown Structure can provide a reasonable alternative to a Work Breakdown structure for an extensive development project if

Process breakdown structures are used when the size and the scope of the project do not warrant an elaborate WBS or OBS.

The intersection of work packages and the organizational unit creates a project control point called a cost account.

When specific work packages are assigned to a particular group or person within the organization, the result is called a(n)___________.

One of the primary jobs of a project manager is to manage the trade-offs associated with the project.Which of the following is NOT one of the basic classifications of project priorities?

The result of subdividing the work of a project into smaller and smaller work elements is called a(n)__________.

A selective outline of the project that ensures the identification of all tasks and an understanding of what is to be done is called a(n)____________.

The last element of a project scope statement or checklist ensures an understanding and agreement of expectations.This is known as ____________.

An activity that represents a major segment of work is a good example of a milestone.

The fact that a new home being built must meet local building codes is an example of a limit and exclusion.

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)___________.

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

Being an Effective Project Manager

Managing Project Team

Outsourcing: Managing Interorganizational Relations

Progress and Performance Measurement and Evaluation

Project Closure

International Projects

An Introduction to Agile Project Management

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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 intersection of work packages and the organizational unit creates a project control point called a(n)___________.

Once the __________ has been established, it is the basis for making trade-off decisions later in the project.

When work packages are integrated with organizational units, a control point is created called a

If the project time should be accepted, then the project must be completed on time.

Scope creep occurs when your project is completed over-budget.

One of the items included on a project scope statement or checklist is the review with the customer.

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

A Process Breakdown Structure can provide a reasonable alternative to a Work Breakdown structure for an extensive development project if

Process breakdown structures are used when the size and the scope of the project do not warrant an elaborate WBS or OBS.

The intersection of work packages and the organizational unit creates a project control point called a cost account.

When specific work packages are assigned to a particular group or person within the organization, the result is called a(n)___________.

One of the primary jobs of a project manager is to manage the trade-offs associated with the project.Which of the following is NOT one of the basic classifications of project priorities?

The result of subdividing the work of a project into smaller and smaller work elements is called a(n)__________.

A selective outline of the project that ensures the identification of all tasks and an understanding of what is to be done is called a(n)____________.

The last element of a project scope statement or checklist ensures an understanding and agreement of expectations.This is known as ____________.

An activity that represents a major segment of work is a good example of a milestone.

The fact that a new home being built must meet local building codes is an example of a limit and exclusion.

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)___________.

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

Being an Effective Project Manager

Managing Project Team

Outsourcing: Managing Interorganizational Relations

Progress and Performance Measurement and Evaluation

Project Closure

International Projects

An Introduction to Agile Project Management

Filters