Manage Scope Effectively PMI-CP Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of implementing scope revisions systematically during a project?

   • ATo accelerate the project schedule
   • BTo reduce the project budget
   • CTo refine and mature the project scope for accuracy and alignment
   • DTo eliminate all changes to the project
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2. 27application · medium

   A city is implementing a smart parking system to reduce downtown congestion. The initial scope lists specific technologies: sensors, a mobile app, and a central dashboard. During planning, stakeholders express that the real goal is to reduce average search time for parking by 20%. Which approach best aligns the scope with the desired outcome?

   • AExpand the scope to include all possible parking-related technologies to maximize the chance of success.
   • BKeep the technology list as the scope baseline and add a KPI for average search time.
   • CRedefine the scope around the outcome of reducing search time, then select technologies that contribute to that outcome.
   • DReplace the mobile app with a more advanced AI-based prediction system to directly address congestion.
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4. 28application · medium

   A retail company is planning to implement a new point-of-sale (POS) system across all stores. The project manager is evaluating factors that could influence the implementation plan. Which factor is most likely to cause significant delays if not addressed early?

   • AThe color scheme of the POS interface.
   • BThe compatibility of the POS system with existing hardware.
   • CThe number of training sessions planned for staff.
   • DThe brand of the POS software.
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5. 29application · medium

   A project is behind schedule because a key resource is shared with another project. The project manager needs to optimize performance and overcome this limitation. What is the best first step?

   • AAsk the other project to release the resource immediately.
   • BAdd more resources to the project to compensate for the shared resource.
   • CIdentify the constraint (the shared resource) and exploit it by prioritizing its work on the critical path.
   • DReduce the project scope to eliminate the need for the shared resource.
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6. 30foundation · easy

   Which principle is central to continuous improvement in project management?

   • AMaking incremental improvements over time
   • BMaking all improvements at once
   • CAvoiding any changes to established processes
   • DFocusing only on major breakthroughs
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