Executing PGMP Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6application · medium

   A program manager is reviewing the performance of a project manager who is leading a project that is behind schedule. The project manager has been following the project plan but has not escalated risks to the program level. The program manager wants to maximize the project manager's contribution to program goals. What should the program manager do?

   • AProvide coaching to the project manager on risk escalation and program-level alignment.
   • BEscalate the project's issues to the program sponsor and request additional resources.
   • CReplace the project manager with a more experienced one to get the project back on schedule.
   • DReview the project plan and adjust the schedule to accommodate the delays.
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2. 7foundation · easy

   When establishing a communication feedback plan, what should the program manager include to ensure lessons learned are effectively captured?

   • AA mechanism for team members to provide input on their experiences and challenges
   • BA policy that lessons learned are documented only at program closure
   • CA process that filters out all negative feedback
   • DA requirement that only the program manager documents lessons learned
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4. 8application · medium

   A program manager is chartering a new constituent project that will deliver a critical dependency for another project already in execution. The project requires specialized skills that are currently underutilized in another project that is winding down. The program manager needs to ensure the new project starts smoothly and aligns with program standards. What should the program manager do?

   • AHire a new project manager and new team members from outside the organization to avoid any disruption.
   • BWait until the winding-down project is completely finished before starting the new project to avoid resource conflicts.
   • CAssign a project manager from the winding-down project and allocate the underutilized resources to the new project.
   • DAssign the project manager from the winding-down project but keep the current team in place until the new project is fully planned.
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5. 9foundation · easy

   What is the intended outcome of training, coaching, and mentoring the program team?

   • AImmediate achievement of all program benefits
   • BElimination of all project-level conflicts
   • CReduced need for program-level oversight
   • DImproved team engagement and commitment to the program's goals
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6. 10application · medium

   A program manager is leading a multi-project program where each project manager uses different reporting templates and tools, causing confusion and inconsistent status reporting to the program board. The program manager wants to establish consistency and enable informed decision-making. What should the program manager do?

   • AAsk the program board to review each project's reports individually to understand the status.
   • BMandate a single project management software tool and standard reporting templates for all projects.
   • CAllow each project manager to continue using their own tools but require them to submit a summary report monthly.
   • DCreate a new reporting template and ask project managers to use it, but do not enforce it.
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