Understand the Terms and Concepts Relating to the Portfolio Definition Cycle MOP-FOUNDATION Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26foundation · easy

   What is a key feature of decision conferencing?

   • AIt is led by an independent facilitator.
   • BIt requires all participants to have equal authority.
   • CIt focuses on individual decision-making rather than group consensus.
   • DIt is conducted entirely online without face-to-face interaction.
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2. 27foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key feature of multi-criteria analysis?

   • AIt uses a single, agreed-upon criterion for all decisions.
   • BIt requires all criteria to be expressed in monetary terms.
   • CIt produces a definitive answer without any subjective input.
   • DIt allows criteria to be weighted to reflect their relative importance.
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4. 28expert · hard

   A portfolio board is divided on the prioritization of two major projects. They have used multi-criteria analysis, but the results are close and some board members question the weights. The chair wants to reach a consensus decision that the whole board supports. Which approach is most likely to achieve this?

   • APostpone the decision until more data is available
   • BRe-run the multi-criteria analysis with different weights until one project clearly wins
   • CLet the CEO make the final decision without further discussion
   • DConvene a decision conference with a facilitator to discuss the weights and results
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5. 29foundation · easy

   What is the main purpose of the 'balance' practice in the portfolio definition cycle?

   • ATo rank components by their strategic importance.
   • BTo develop a detailed project plan for each component.
   • CTo ensure the portfolio is achievable and sustainable given the organization's capacity and risk appetite.
   • DTo categorize components into groups.
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6. 30foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key success factor for the 'prioritize' practice?

   • APrioritizing based on the personal judgment of the portfolio manager.
   • BUsing a transparent and agreed-upon set of prioritization criteria.
   • CPrioritizing only based on financial return.
   • DPrioritizing all components equally to avoid conflict.
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