Task 2 Apply the PRiSM Life Cycle Phases in a Given Project Scenario CSPP Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a PRiSM project to retrofit an old factory with energy-efficient systems. Midway through the Project phase, a new regulation is announced that requires additional environmental monitoring. The project manager must update the risk management approach. What should the project manager do?

   • AAdd the new regulation to the risk register and reassess risks at the next scheduled review.
   • BConduct a one-time risk assessment to address the new regulation and then continue with the original plan.
   • CIgnore the new regulation until the next phase begins.
   • DImmediately stop the project and restart the Pre-Project phase.
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2. 27expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a PRiSM project to install a solar farm. During the Project phase, a new technology becomes available that could increase energy output by 20% but requires a schedule extension and additional budget. The project manager must decide how to proceed. What should the project manager do?

   • AImmediately adopt the new technology to maximize sustainability benefits.
   • BDefer the decision to the Post-Project phase.
   • CReject the new technology to avoid schedule and budget changes.
   • DEvaluate the opportunity by analyzing the trade-offs between increased output, schedule impact, and cost.
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4. 28expert · hard

   A project manager is developing the schedule for a PRiSM project to install a green roof on a city building. The schedule must include sustainability milestones. Which approach best integrates sustainability milestones into the schedule?

   • AIncorporate sustainability milestones at key points in the schedule, such as after material selection and before installation.
   • BOnly include sustainability milestones if the budget allows.
   • CUse a single milestone at the end of the project to verify all sustainability goals.
   • DAdd sustainability milestones as separate tasks at the end of the schedule.
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5. 29foundation · easy

   Which practice is an example of sustainable cost control in a PRiSM project?

   • AIgnoring cost overruns until the end of the project
   • BUsing the cheapest materials regardless of environmental impact
   • CMonitoring energy consumption and waste reduction initiatives
   • DReducing the project team to save on salaries
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6. 30expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a PRiSM project to build a sustainable hospital. The project is in the Project phase, and a new regulation requires additional environmental monitoring. The project manager must update the risk management approach. What should the project manager do?

   • AImmediately stop the project and restart the Pre-Project phase.
   • BAdd the new regulation to the risk register and reassess risks at the next scheduled review.
   • CIgnore the new regulation until the next phase begins.
   • DConduct a one-time risk assessment to address the new regulation and then continue with the original plan.
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