Set up Scope Governance Structures and Practices on Built Environment Projects PMI-CP Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21application · medium

   A project manager is setting up scope governance for a new airport terminal. The project has many stakeholders, including airlines, security agencies, and retail concessionaires. What is the most effective way to ensure their input is incorporated into scope decisions?

   • ARely on the project sponsor to gather stakeholder input informally.
   • BEstablish a stakeholder engagement plan that defines how each group will be consulted and involved in scope reviews.
   • CConduct a single survey at project initiation to collect stakeholder requirements.
   • DInclude only stakeholders with contractual obligations in the governance process.
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2. 22expert · hard

   A public-private partnership (PPP) project for a new hospital has a governance structure where the private partner manages construction and the public partner oversees compliance. A change is proposed that would reduce the number of patient rooms to cut costs. The private partner supports the change, but the public partner is concerned about service capacity. The project manager must ensure a decision that balances both interests. What is the most effective approach?

   • ASubmit the change to an external arbitrator to avoid conflict.
   • BApprove the change because the private partner has the contractual authority for construction decisions.
   • CFacilitate a joint review by both partners, using the project's service-level requirements as the decision criteria.
   • DReject the change because the public partner has ultimate authority in the partnership.
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4. 23application · medium

   A manufacturing plant expansion project has a change control process. A change request is submitted to add a new production line. The change is technically feasible but will increase the project cost by 15%. The change control board is split on the decision. What is the most appropriate action?

   • ADefer the decision to the project sponsor for a unilateral call.
   • BReject the change because it exceeds the original budget.
   • CApprove the change because it is technically feasible.
   • DEvaluate the change against the project business case and strategic objectives before making a decision.
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5. 24foundation · easy

   In a scope governance structure for a built environment project, which role is typically responsible for approving changes to the project scope baseline?

   • AChange control board
   • BSite engineer
   • CProject manager
   • DProject sponsor
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6. 25application · medium

   A renovation project in a heritage building must comply with strict preservation regulations. A proposed change to the interior layout is technically feasible but may conflict with heritage requirements. What should the project manager do to ensure proper scope governance in this built environment context?

   • AInclude the heritage authority in the change control process and require their approval before any decision.
   • BReject the change solely because it is in a heritage building, without further analysis.
   • CProceed with the change and inform the heritage authority after implementation.
   • DApprove the change internally and rely on the contractor to handle any regulatory issues.
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