Planning PGMP Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key consideration when defining the PMIS?

   • AThe location of the program office
   • BThe number of stakeholders in each project
   • CThe governance framework of the program
   • DThe personal preferences of project managers
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2. 27expert · hard

   A program manager is defining the PMIS for a program that spans multiple countries and includes sensitive intellectual property. The governance framework requires strict access controls and audit trails. The program also needs to share knowledge across projects to maximize synergies. The program manager must balance the need for collaboration with the need for security. What is the best approach?

   • ALimit PMIS access to only the program management office to protect sensitive information.
   • BUse a public cloud-based file sharing service for easy access and collaboration.
   • CCreate separate PMISs for each country to ensure local control.
   • DImplement a centralized PMIS with role-based access controls and comprehensive audit logging.
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4. 28application · medium

   A program manager is planning a program that includes a project to build a new factory and a project to train staff. The program manager needs to create a program WBS to assign tasks and deliverables. What is the primary purpose of the program WBS?

   • ATo define the program's benefits and how they will be realized.
   • BTo establish the program's communication plan and reporting structure.
   • CTo identify the program's risks and mitigation strategies.
   • DTo decompose program deliverables into manageable work packages that can be assigned to projects.
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5. 29expert · hard

   A project within a program has escalated an unresolved issue that could impact the program's benefits realization. The program manager has limited options: the issue can be resolved by either delaying a non-critical project or by reallocating resources from a critical project. The program manager must choose a course of action that aligns with program constraints and objectives. What should the program manager do?

   • AEvaluate the impact of each option on program benefits and select the one that minimizes negative impact.
   • BEscalate the issue to the program sponsor for a decision.
   • CReallocate resources from the critical project to resolve the issue quickly.
   • DDelay the non-critical project to resolve the issue, as it has less impact.
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6. 30foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key input to developing the program scope statement?

   • AProgram charter and program vision
   • BResource calendars
   • CProgram WBS dictionary
   • DBenefits register
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