Performance Measurement PFMP Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6expert · hard

   A portfolio manager is preparing a performance report for a steering committee that includes both technical and non-technical members. The report must communicate complex technical performance data clearly. What is the most effective approach?

   • AFocus only on financial metrics to keep the report simple
   • BProvide a high-level summary with visualizations and key insights
   • CProvide separate reports for technical and non-technical members
   • DUse technical jargon and detailed data to ensure accuracy
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2. 7application · medium

   A portfolio manager receives monthly performance data from component managers. During validation, she notices that one project's reported benefits are consistently higher than the actual benefits recorded in the financial system. What is the most appropriate action?

   • AAdjust the reported benefits to match the financial system without informing the project manager
   • BAccept the data as reported to avoid conflict with the project manager
   • CRemove the project from the portfolio to avoid inaccurate reporting
   • DInvestigate the discrepancy with the project manager to understand the cause and correct the data
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4. 8foundation · easy

   Which set of elements is typically included in a portfolio performance measurement framework?

   • AStakeholder maps, communication plans, and team charters
   • BMetrics, baselines, and reporting cadence
   • CRisk registers, issue logs, and change requests
   • DProject charters, scope statements, and work breakdown structures
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5. 9expert · hard

   A portfolio manager is analyzing performance data and finds that the data from one component is consistently delayed by two weeks, while other components report on time. The delayed component is critical to the portfolio's success. What is the most appropriate action?

   • AAdjust the reporting cadence to match the delayed component
   • BExclude the delayed component from the analysis to maintain consistency
   • CWork with the component manager to improve the timeliness of data submission
   • DUse the delayed data as-is and note the delay in the report
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6. 10application · medium

   During a portfolio review, a project's benefits are consistently below target, and the project is not aligned with the current strategic direction. What is the most appropriate decision?

   • AContinue the project because it is already underway
   • BIncrease the project's budget to improve its performance
   • CPlace the project on hold and reallocate resources to higher-priority initiatives
   • DRevise the strategic objectives to match the project
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