3.2 Explain the Difference Between Concepts Related to the People Element PRINCE2-FOUNDATION-VERSION-7 Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1application · medium

   A project manager is known for always having a detailed plan and for closely monitoring progress. However, the team often feels that the manager does not listen to their ideas and that the manager's communication is purely about tasks. Which of the following would best improve the project manager's effectiveness?

   • AFocusing more on controlling the project's budget.
   • BIncreasing the frequency of status meetings.
   • CCreating more detailed project plans.
   • DDemonstrating more leadership by listening to the team and inspiring them.
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2. 2expert · medium

   A project manager is leading a project that is facing significant resistance from the team because of a recent organizational change. The manager decides to hold a series of one-on-one meetings to understand individual concerns and to align the team's personal goals with the project's objectives. Which concept is the project manager primarily applying?

   • AProject planning, because the manager is aligning goals.
   • BLeadership, because the manager is inspiring and motivating the team.
   • CStakeholder engagement, because the manager is communicating with the team.
   • DManagement, because the manager is organizing one-on-one meetings.
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4. 3foundation · easy

   Which of the following best describes people affected by the project?

   • AIndividuals who are directly involved in the project team and its management
   • BOnly external customers who purchase the project's product
   • CStakeholders who are impacted by the project's outcomes or processes but are not directly part of the project team
   • DOnly the project sponsor and project manager
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5. 4foundation · easy

   Which of the following best defines leadership in the context of project management?

   • AThe process of monitoring and reporting project progress to stakeholders
   • BThe process of planning, organizing, and controlling resources to achieve project objectives
   • CThe ability to inspire and motivate others towards achieving project goals
   • DThe ability to enforce rules and regulations strictly
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6. 5foundation · easy

   Which of the following best defines management in the context of project management?

   • AThe process of communicating with stakeholders to gather requirements
   • BThe ability to make quick decisions without consulting others
   • CThe ability to inspire and motivate others towards achieving project goals
   • DThe process of planning, organizing, and controlling resources to achieve project objectives
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