Task 1 Explain When It Is Appropriate to Use a Predictive, Plan-Based Approach. CAPM Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6application · easy

   A project manager is leading a predictive project that is in the closing process group. Which activity is most likely being performed?

   • AFinalizing all activities across all process groups to formally close the project or phase.
   • BMonitoring and controlling project work.
   • CDirecting and managing project work.
   • DDeveloping the project charter.
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2. 7application · medium

   A project manager is reviewing the project plan and sees that the project is divided into phases, and each phase has a deliverable. The project manager also notes that the project has several milestones. Which statement correctly describes the relationship between phases, deliverables, and milestones?

   • APhases are groupings of related work, deliverables are outputs, and milestones are significant points in time.
   • BDeliverables are milestones, and phases are work packages.
   • CMilestones are deliverables, and phases are milestones.
   • DPhases are deliverables, and milestones are phases.
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4. 8application · easy

   A project manager is leading a predictive project that is in the monitoring and controlling process group. Which activity is most likely being performed?

   • ADirecting and managing project work.
   • BDeveloping the project charter.
   • CClosing the project or phase.
   • DTracking, reviewing, and regulating the progress and performance of the project.
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5. 9application · medium

   A project manager is assigned to a project in a matrix organization. The project has a clear scope, and the sponsor requires a detailed project plan before any work begins. The team members are from different functional departments and have competing priorities. Which approach is most appropriate?

   • APredictive, because the clear scope and sponsor's need for a detailed plan align with upfront planning.
   • BAgile, because the team members have competing priorities, which are best managed with sprints.
   • CPredictive, because the matrix structure requires a formal change control process.
   • DAgile, because the matrix structure requires frequent communication and collaboration.
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6. 10application · easy

   A project manager is leading a predictive project and is about to start the planning process group. Which activity should be performed first?

   • ADirect and manage project work.
   • BClose the project or phase.
   • CDevelop the project management plan.
   • DMonitor and control project work.
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