Task 1 Explain When It Is Appropriate to Use an Adaptive Approach. CAPM Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11expert · hard

   A company is transitioning from a predictive to an adaptive approach for software development. The organization has a strong culture of detailed upfront planning and formal change control. The team is experienced in agile methods, but management is concerned about losing control. Which organizational process asset would be most effective to introduce first to support the transition?

   • AA lightweight iteration planning template
   • BA change control board with strict procedures
   • CA comprehensive risk management plan template
   • DA detailed project management plan template
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2. 12foundation · easy

   Which enterprise environmental factor (EEF) would most likely facilitate the use of an adaptive approach?

   • AA strict regulatory environment that requires all requirements to be defined upfront.
   • BA project management information system (PMIS) that only supports waterfall scheduling.
   • CA culture that encourages experimentation and learning from failure.
   • DA highly centralized decision-making process.
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4. 13application · medium

   A company is adopting an adaptive approach for a new software product. The organization has a well-defined project management methodology that is heavily predictive. Which organizational process asset would be most helpful to adapt for use in an adaptive project?

   • AThe project management plan template
   • BThe risk management plan template
   • CThe lessons-learned database from previous projects
   • DThe existing change control board procedures
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5. 14foundation · easy

   Which organizational structure is generally best suited for an adaptive (agile) approach?

   • AA self-organizing, cross-functional team with a flat structure.
   • BA matrix structure where team members report to multiple managers.
   • CA hierarchical structure with clear top-down command and control.
   • DA functional structure where team members are grouped by specialty.
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6. 15expert · hard

   A project manager is evaluating the use of an adaptive approach for a new product. The organization has a culture that values innovation but also has a strong hierarchical structure where all major decisions require executive approval. The team is colocated and has a track record of successful agile projects. The product has high market uncertainty. Which factor is most likely to undermine the success of an adaptive approach?

   • AThe hierarchical structure with executive approval for major decisions
   • BThe high market uncertainty
   • CThe team's experience with agile methods
   • DThe organization's culture of innovation
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