Executing PGMP Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26application · medium

   A program manager is leading a program with a mix of internal employees and subcontractors. The program manager notices that the subcontractors are less motivated than the internal team, and their performance is starting to affect the program's timeline. The program manager wants to improve the subcontractors' motivation. What should the program manager do?

   • AOffer the subcontractors permanent positions within the organization to increase their commitment.
   • BProvide the subcontractors with additional training to improve their skills and engagement.
   • CReview the subcontract agreements and consider adding performance-based bonuses for meeting milestones.
   • DReplace the subcontractors with internal employees who are more motivated.
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2. 27foundation · easy

   Which document formally authorizes a constituent project and provides the project manager with the authority to apply organizational resources?

   • AResource management plan
   • BProject charter
   • CBenefits management plan
   • DProgram charter
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4. 28expert · hard

   A program manager is monitoring the performance of a project team that has been working overtime for several weeks to meet a critical milestone. The team is showing signs of burnout, and the program manager is concerned about the impact on morale and future performance. The program has a tight budget and cannot afford to hire additional resources. What should the program manager do?

   • AReallocate some of the team's tasks to other projects that have available capacity.
   • BIgnore the signs of burnout and focus on meeting the milestone, as the team is expected to work hard.
   • CRecognize the team's efforts and provide additional compensation or time off after the milestone.
   • DReview the project plan to see if the milestone can be adjusted or the scope reduced.
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5. 29foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of executing program management plans during program execution?

   • ATo document all decisions for the final audit
   • BTo eliminate the need for project-level planning
   • CTo satisfy regulatory compliance requirements only
   • DTo ensure alignment with strategy and benefits delivery
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6. 30foundation · easy

   During program execution, the program manager notices that a key subcontractor team's productivity has declined. According to the 'Monitor and Optimize Human Resources' practice, what is the program manager's primary focus when addressing this situation?

   • AEscalate the issue to the PMO without further analysis
   • BTerminate the subcontractor agreement immediately to protect program schedule
   • CReassign all subcontractor work to internal staff to eliminate the performance issue
   • DMonitor the team's performance and identify opportunities to improve motivation through incentives or career alignment
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