Communication Management PK0-005 Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21foundation · easy

   Which component is typically included in a comprehensive communication plan?

   • AA detailed budget for all project activities
   • BA list of project risks and their probabilities
   • CA breakdown of the project work packages
   • DA schedule of when each communication will occur
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2. 22application · medium

   A project manager needs to communicate a complex technical change to a group of non-technical stakeholders. The stakeholders need to understand the impact on the project timeline and budget, but they do not need to know the technical details. What is the most effective communication method?

   • AA face-to-face presentation with high-level summaries, visual aids, and a focus on the impact on timeline and budget.
   • BA short email with a link to the full technical documentation.
   • CA detailed technical report with all the specifications and diagrams.
   • DA recorded webinar that goes through the technical details step-by-step.
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4. 23application · medium

   A project manager is creating a communication plan for a project with a tight budget. The team is co-located, and the stakeholders are internal. The project manager needs to ensure that communication is effective but also cost-efficient. Which approach is most appropriate?

   • AInvest in a premium project management software suite with advanced collaboration features.
   • BUse free or low-cost tools like email, shared drives, and in-person meetings.
   • CSchedule frequent, formal status meetings with detailed presentations for all stakeholders.
   • DCreate a comprehensive communication plan that is overly detailed and complex.
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5. 24foundation · easy

   A project manager is planning communication for a project. The sponsor requires a formal executive summary monthly, while the development team prefers daily stand-up meetings. What is the project manager's primary consideration when addressing these different needs?

   • AUsing the same communication method for all stakeholders to ensure consistency
   • BEliminating the daily stand-up meetings to reduce communication overhead
   • CPrioritizing the sponsor's needs over the team's needs
   • DTailoring communication to meet the needs of each stakeholder group
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6. 25expert · hard

   A project manager is working on a project with a global team. The team uses a variety of tools, including email, instant messaging, and a project management tool. However, important information is often missed because it is scattered across these different platforms. The project manager needs to improve the effectiveness of communication. What is the most effective strategy?

   • ADesignate a single team member to monitor all platforms and relay important information to the rest of the team.
   • BEncourage team members to check all platforms regularly for updates.
   • CCreate a detailed document that explains which platform to use for which type of communication.
   • DConsolidate all project communication into a single platform, such as the project management tool.
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