Perform the Materials and Procurement Management Activities Accurately PMI-CP Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26expert · hard

   A project manager is managing a fast-track commercial project. The structural steel has a 6-week lead time, and the installation is scheduled to start in 8 weeks. The project manager has limited on-site storage and wants to avoid early delivery. However, the supplier has a policy of shipping only on Fridays. The installation crew is scheduled to start on a Monday. What is the most appropriate action to ensure the steel is available when needed?

   • AAccept delivery two weeks early and store the steel on-site, even though storage is limited.
   • BCoordinate with the supplier to deliver on the Friday before the installation week, and have a contingency plan for any delay.
   • CRequest delivery on the Monday of the installation week to avoid storage.
   • DAsk the installation crew to start a week later to accommodate the supplier's shipping schedule.
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2. 27expert · hard

   A project manager is managing inventory for a data center construction. The project uses a critical component (custom server racks) with a 10-week lead time and a high cost. The project also uses standard cables with a 1-week lead time and low cost. The project manager wants to minimize the risk of stockouts while controlling inventory costs. Which inventory strategy is most appropriate?

   • ASet the same safety stock level for both items to simplify management.
   • BOrder server racks in bulk to get a discount, and order cables just-in-time.
   • CEliminate safety stock for server racks and rely on expedited shipping if needed.
   • DSet a high safety stock level for the server racks and a low safety stock for the cables, using reorder points based on lead time.
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4. 28foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of an accurate quantity takeoff in the construction phase?

   • ATo schedule the sequence of construction activities
   • BTo determine the exact amount of materials needed for the project
   • CTo calculate the total cost of labor for the project
   • DTo estimate the number of workers needed for each task
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5. 29foundation · easy

   Why is lead time management important when ordering materials for construction?

   • ATo reduce the cost of materials by ordering in bulk
   • BTo speed up the construction schedule by overlapping activities
   • CTo ensure materials are ordered early enough to arrive when needed
   • DTo eliminate the need for safety stock
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6. 30application · medium

   A project manager is setting up a temporary warehouse for construction materials. The materials include cement bags, steel rebar, and electrical panels. The warehouse has limited space, and the project manager wants to prevent damage and ensure easy access. Which storage arrangement is most appropriate?

   • APlace cement bags on the top shelf, rebar on the bottom shelf, and panels in a locked cage.
   • BStack cement bags directly on the floor, lean rebar against a wall, and place electrical panels near the entrance for easy access.
   • CStore all materials together in the center of the warehouse to maximize space utilization.
   • DStore cement bags on pallets off the ground, rebar on racks, and electrical panels in a dry, secure area with clear labeling.
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