Task 1 Explain When It Is Appropriate to Use a Predictive, Plan-Based Approach. CAPM Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16application · medium

   A project manager is assigned to a new project for a government agency. The agency has a hierarchical structure, and the project sponsor requires detailed cost and schedule estimates before any work begins. The project has a clear scope and the requirements are well understood. Which approach is most appropriate, and why?

   • APredictive, because the government agency mandates the use of a predictive approach for all projects.
   • BAgile, because the hierarchical structure requires frequent stakeholder feedback.
   • CAgile, because the sponsor requires detailed estimates, which are best developed iteratively.
   • DPredictive, because the hierarchical structure and clear scope favor upfront planning and sequential phases.
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2. 17expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a predictive project that is in the executing process group. The project manager notices that a key deliverable is behind schedule. Which process group should the project manager use to address this issue?

   • AExecuting, to continue working on the deliverable.
   • BMonitoring and controlling, to track progress and take corrective action.
   • CPlanning, to re-plan the project.
   • DClosing, to close the project early.
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4. 18application · easy

   A project manager is reviewing the project schedule and sees that the project has a milestone for the completion of the design phase. What is the correct interpretation of this milestone?

   • AIt is a phase that includes all design activities.
   • BIt is a work package that contains the design activities.
   • CIt is a deliverable that must be completed before the next phase can begin.
   • DIt is a zero-duration point in time that marks a significant event in the project.
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5. 19foundation · easy

   In a predictive project, which process group is primarily focused on tracking, reviewing, and regulating the progress and performance of the project?

   • AMonitoring and Controlling
   • BExecuting
   • CInitiating
   • DPlanning
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6. 20foundation · easy

   According to the PMBOK Guide, which process group is formally completed when the project's objectives have been met and the project is officially closed out?

   • AMonitoring and Controlling
   • BPlanning
   • CClosing
   • DExecuting
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