In the MSP Decisions theme, what is the recommended first step when a new issue is identified?

Escalate the issue to the programme board

Record the issue in the issue register

Immediately implement a workaround

A programme is evaluating three options for a new IT system. The options have different costs, benefits, and risks. The programme manager wants to ensure that the decision is objective and defensible. What is the most appropriate approach?

Select the option that the majority of the programme board prefers.

Use a weighted scoring model that reflects the programme's priorities, and document the rationale for the final selection.

Ask an external consultant to make the decision.

Choose the option with the highest benefits, because benefits are the primary driver.

Which of the following is a key criterion for evaluating options in options analysis?

The option that has the lowest initial cost

The option that is most popular with stakeholders

Alignment with programme objectives

The option that is easiest to implement

MSP Practitioner (5th edition)

Domain 2Objective 8

2.8 Decisions Theme (chapter 10) MSP-PRACTITIONER-5TH-EDITION Practice Questions (Page 6)

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26foundation · easy
In the MSP Decisions theme, what is the recommended first step when a new issue is identified?
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27expert · hard
A programme is evaluating three options for a new IT system. The options have different costs, benefits, and risks. The programme manager wants to ensure that the decision is objective and defensible. What is the most appropriate approach?
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28foundation · easy
Which role in the Decisions theme is typically responsible for preparing decision papers and presenting options to the decision-making body?
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29foundation · easy
Which of the following is a key criterion for evaluating options in options analysis?
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30foundation · easy
Which of the following is a generic response to a threat (negative risk) in MSP?
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2.8 Decisions Theme (chapter 10) MSP-PRACTITIONER-5TH-EDITION Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

In the MSP Decisions theme, what is the recommended first step when a new issue is identified?

A programme is evaluating three options for a new IT system. The options have different costs, benefits, and risks. The programme manager wants to ensure that the decision is objective and defensible. What is the most appropriate approach?

Which role in the Decisions theme is typically responsible for preparing decision papers and presenting options to the decision-making body?

Which of the following is a key criterion for evaluating options in options analysis?

Which of the following is a generic response to a threat (negative risk) in MSP?

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