Task 4 PMI-PBA Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6application · medium

   A retail chain is deciding between two point-of-sale (POS) systems. System A has a lower upfront cost but requires a longer implementation time. System B has a higher upfront cost but can be implemented faster, allowing the company to start generating revenue sooner. The company's financial analysis shows that the faster implementation of System B will generate additional revenue that exceeds the higher upfront cost. What should the business analyst recommend?

   • ASystem B because the additional revenue exceeds the higher upfront cost
   • BSystem B because it is more expensive and therefore better quality
   • CSystem A because it is less risky to implement
   • DSystem A because it has a lower upfront cost
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2. 7expert · hard

   A logistics company is evaluating two route optimization systems. System A is a proven system with a high implementation cost and a low risk of failure. System B is a new system with a lower cost but a higher risk of integration issues with the company's existing fleet management software. The company has a tight budget and a critical need for the system to be operational within three months. What should the business analyst do?

   • AConduct a risk analysis and cost-benefit comparison before recommending
   • BRecommend a hybrid approach that uses both systems
   • CRecommend System B because it is cheaper and can be implemented faster
   • DRecommend System A because it is proven and reliable
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4. 8foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of recommending an optimal solution?

   • ATo select the option with the lowest risk regardless of other factors
   • BTo synthesize evaluation results and present the most suitable option to stakeholders
   • CTo list all possible options without preference
   • DTo finalize the project budget
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5. 9application · medium · select all that apply

   A company is evaluating two project management tools. Tool A is a cloud-based tool with a monthly subscription and automatic updates. Tool B is an on-premises tool with a one-time license fee but requires internal IT support for maintenance. The company has a small IT team and is concerned about data security. Select all the criteria that should be considered when comparing these options.

   • ATotal cost of ownership over the expected lifespan
   • BThe IT team's capacity to maintain the on-premises tool
   • CThe vendor's marketing reputation
   • DData security and compliance requirements
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6. 10foundation · easy

   During product option evaluation, what is the primary purpose of comparing alternative product options against defined criteria?

   • ATo eliminate all options that require any change to existing processes
   • BTo rank all options equally to avoid bias in decision-making
   • CTo identify the option that best satisfies the business needs and constraints
   • DTo document the features of each option for the project team
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