Task 2 Demonstrate an Understanding of a Project Management Plan Schedule. CAPM Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21foundation · easy

   Which statement best describes the structure of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)?

   • AA matrix of team members and their responsibilities
   • BA list of all project risks and their probabilities
   • CA hierarchical decomposition of deliverables and work components
   • DA chronological list of project activities
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2. 22application · easy

   A project manager is starting a new website development project and needs to define the full scope of work. The sponsor wants a hierarchical breakdown that ensures no work is missed. What should the project manager create?

   • AA work breakdown structure that decomposes deliverables into smaller components
   • BA communication matrix that defines stakeholder reporting needs
   • CA risk register that identifies potential threats to the schedule
   • DA project charter that lists high-level milestones and objectives
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4. 23expert · hard

   A project manager is creating a WBS for a large infrastructure project. The team has decomposed the work to a level where each component can be estimated and scheduled, but the sponsor wants fewer levels to reduce complexity. What should the project manager do?

   • AKeep the current decomposition, because work packages must be estimable and schedulable
   • BReduce the WBS to three levels to satisfy the sponsor
   • CStop decomposition and use the project charter as the WBS
   • DMerge work packages into control accounts to reduce levels
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5. 24foundation · easy

   Which level of the WBS is typically used for estimating and scheduling?

   • ADeliverable level
   • BWork package level
   • CControl account level
   • DProject level
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6. 25application · medium

   A project manager is reviewing the WBS dictionary for a work package called 'Install Network Equipment.' The dictionary entry includes a unique identifier, a description of the deliverable, and the responsible organization. What additional information is most important for scheduling this work package?

   • AThe risk register entry for the work package
   • BThe activities required to produce the deliverable
   • CThe project sponsor's approval signature
   • DThe communication plan for the work package
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