Task 1 Identify the Structure and Purpose of the P5 Standard CSPP Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a project that is part of a larger program. The project has identified a sustainability impact that, while minor for the project alone, could contribute to a significant cumulative impact when combined with other projects in the program. What should the project manager do?

   • AMitigate the impact within the project without involving the program.
   • BReport the impact to the program manager to coordinate cumulative impact assessment.
   • CDocument the impact in the project log and take no further action.
   • DIgnore the impact because it is minor for the project alone.
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2. 17application · medium

   A project team is assessing the sustainability of a new construction project. They are identifying all parties who might be affected, including local residents, regulatory bodies, and future users. Which P5 lens is the team applying?

   • AInternal and external perspective
   • BStakeholder lens
   • CShort-term and long-term perspective
   • DRisk and opportunity lens
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4. 18expert · hard

   A portfolio manager must choose between two projects. Project X has a high financial return but a high risk of reputational damage due to potential environmental violations. Project Y has a lower financial return but a strong opportunity to enhance the company's reputation as a sustainable leader. The company's strategic goal is to become a sustainability leader. According to the P5 Standard, what should the portfolio manager do?

   • APrioritize both projects equally to balance financial return and sustainability.
   • BPrioritize Project X because financial return is the primary driver of portfolio decisions.
   • CReject both projects because neither fully meets all sustainability criteria.
   • DPrioritize Project Y because it aligns with the strategic sustainability goal and offers a reputational opportunity.
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5. 19foundation · easy

   Which of the following is one of the five P5 categories?

   • APerformance
   • BPolicy
   • CProfit
   • DPlanet
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6. 20application · medium

   During the planning phase of a project, the team identifies a potential negative sustainability impact: increased water usage in a water-scarce region. According to the P5 Standard, what should the team do next?

   • ACancel the project because any negative impact is unacceptable.
   • BTransfer the impact to a different project team.
   • CDocument the impact and proceed with the original plan.
   • DDevelop mitigation strategies and incorporate them into the project plan.
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