Task 4 PFMP Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1application · medium

   A portfolio manager at a regional bank is evaluating two proposed projects. Project A modernizes the mobile banking app, directly supporting the strategic goal of increasing digital customer engagement. Project B upgrades the legacy core banking system, which is essential for regulatory compliance but does not directly advance any current strategic objective. The portfolio has limited funding. What should the portfolio manager do first?

   • AApprove both projects by reallocating funds from operational budgets to cover the shortfall.
   • BEvaluate both projects against strategic objectives and regulatory requirements, then prioritize based on a weighted scoring model.
   • CApprove Project A because it has clear strategic alignment and defer Project B until the next funding cycle.
   • DApprove Project B because compliance failures carry higher risk, and defer Project A.
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2. 2foundation · easy

   What does 'balancing the portfolio for strategic fit' primarily involve?

   • ASelecting an optimal mix of components that collectively achieve strategic goals
   • BMaking all components independent of each other
   • CSelecting only the components with the highest individual value
   • DEnsuring that all components have the same risk level
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4. 3foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of evaluating portfolio components against strategic objectives?

   • ATo determine which components should be included in the portfolio
   • BTo create a detailed project schedule for each component
   • CTo calculate the exact budget for each component
   • DTo assign project managers to components
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5. 4foundation · easy

   Which statement best describes the role of strategic alignment in portfolio management?

   • AIt ensures that all portfolio components are independent of each other
   • BIt guarantees that all projects are completed within budget and on schedule
   • CIt focuses on the day-to-day operational activities of the organization
   • DIt ensures that the portfolio is aligned with the organization's vision and mission
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6. 5expert · hard

   A portfolio manager is evaluating a project that was approved a year ago. The project's original strategic objective was to increase market share in a specific region. Since then, the company's strategy has shifted to focus on customer retention. The project is still on track and within budget. What should the portfolio manager do?

   • AImmediately terminate the project because it no longer aligns with the strategy.
   • BRequest additional funding to pivot the project toward customer retention.
   • CRe-evaluate the project's alignment with the current strategy and recommend adjustments or termination if needed.
   • DContinue the project because it is on track and within budget.
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