Implement Governance Models to Drive Project Outcomes PMI-CP Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11application · medium

   A mining company is planning a capital project to expand an existing mine. The project involves multiple stakeholders, including local communities, environmental agencies, and investors. The project manager needs to establish a governance structure that ensures all stakeholders are heard while maintaining efficient decision-making. What is the most effective approach?

   • AEstablish a steering committee with clear decision rights and a separate stakeholder engagement forum
   • BCreate a single decision-making body with representatives from each stakeholder group
   • CAllow each stakeholder group to veto any major decision
   • DKeep all decisions with the project manager to avoid delays
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2. 12foundation · easy

   Which element is a key component of a governance structure for a capital project?

   • AAn informal communication network
   • BA single decision-maker for all project issues
   • CA focus on short-term milestones only
   • DA defined decision-making hierarchy
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4. 13application · medium

   A manufacturing company is implementing a new production line. The project manager wants to encourage the team to propose process improvements. However, the company has strict quality standards that must be maintained. What practice would best encourage innovation while respecting quality constraints?

   • ADiscourage any changes to existing processes to maintain consistency
   • BAllow the team to change any process without approval
   • CEstablish an innovation review board that evaluates and approves proposed improvements
   • DOnly allow senior managers to propose improvements
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5. 14expert · hard

   A non-profit organization is planning a capital project to build a new community center. The project is funded by multiple donors, each with different reporting requirements. The project manager must develop a governance framework that satisfies all donors while maintaining efficient operations. What is the best approach?

   • AEstablish a governance framework that includes a donor advisory group and standardized reporting templates that can be adapted per donor
   • BProvide each donor with raw data and let them interpret it
   • CCreate a single reporting format that meets the most stringent donor requirement
   • DLimit reporting to annual summaries to reduce administrative burden
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6. 15foundation · easy

   Which element is a typical component of a governance framework for a capital project?

   • AAn informal agreement on decision-making
   • BA single point of contact for all communication
   • CDefined reporting and escalation paths
   • DA focus on project team satisfaction
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