Task 1 Demonstrate an Understanding of the Various Project Life Cycles and Processes. CAPM Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21foundation · easy

   A project team is using an adaptive (agile) approach. Which statement best describes how they handle requirements?

   • ARequirements are elaborated progressively and changes are welcomed
   • BAll requirements are fixed at the start and cannot change
   • CRequirements are defined in detail upfront and changes go through formal approval
   • DRequirements are defined only after the project is completed
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2. 22application · medium

   A construction company is building a bridge with a fixed design and strict regulatory requirements. The project sponsor wants a detailed plan upfront and minimal changes during execution. Which life cycle approach is most appropriate?

   • AAdaptive (agile) with iterative design and frequent stakeholder feedback
   • BIterative life cycle with evolving design based on feedback
   • CPredictive (waterfall) with detailed planning and sequential phases
   • DIncremental life cycle with multiple releases to the public
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4. 23foundation · easy

   Which example best illustrates a project serving as a vehicle for change?

   • AA company implements a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
   • BA company holds a weekly staff meeting
   • CA company updates its employee handbook annually
   • DA company performs daily backups of its data
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5. 24foundation · easy

   A project manager discovers that a team member has been inflating their timesheets. According to the PMI Code of Ethics, which value is most directly violated?

   • ARespect
   • BFairness
   • CHonesty
   • DResponsibility
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6. 25application · medium

   A project manager discovers that a team member has been inflating their hours on the timesheet to meet a deadline. The project manager is under pressure to report on-time completion. What is the most ethical action for the project manager to take?

   • AReport the inflated hours as-is to avoid conflict with the team member.
   • BReport the team member to senior management without discussing it with them.
   • CAdjust the project schedule to hide the discrepancy.
   • DConfront the team member privately and correct the timesheet before reporting.
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