Task 2 Develop Schedule Approach, Based on the Unique Characteristics of the Project, Including Enterprise Environmental Factors and Organizational Process Assets, in Order to Define Schedule Requirements. PMI-SP Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11expert · hard

   A project manager is working on a project that is similar to a past project that was delivered late. The organization has a lessons-learned database that identifies the causes of the delay. The PM needs to develop a schedule approach that avoids repeating the same mistakes. What should the PM do?

   • ACreate a new schedule approach from scratch, ignoring the past project's data.
   • BUse the same schedule approach as the past project, assuming the delay was a one-time issue.
   • CAsk the project sponsor for advice on how to avoid the delay.
   • DReview the lessons-learned database and incorporate the findings into the schedule approach.
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2. 12foundation · easy

   A project has a highly complex scope with many interdependent tasks and a high degree of uncertainty. Which project characteristic would most likely influence the schedule approach?

   • AThe project's complexity
   • BThe project's sponsor
   • CThe project's location
   • DThe project's budget
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4. 13application · medium

   A project manager is planning a research project with high uncertainty and evolving requirements. The team is experienced and stakeholders are open to iterative delivery. The PM needs to select a schedule approach. What should the PM choose?

   • AAn agile approach with short iterations and adaptive planning.
   • BA critical path approach with aggressive milestones.
   • CA hybrid approach with a fixed schedule for the entire project.
   • DA predictive approach with a detailed schedule upfront to ensure stability.
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5. 14foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key factor to consider when selecting a schedule approach?

   • AThe project's complexity and uncertainty
   • BThe project's organizational process assets
   • CThe project's enterprise environmental factors
   • DThe project's budget
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6. 15expert · hard

   A project manager is planning a project with a very tight deadline and a fixed budget. The project has a high level of complexity and requires specialized skills that are scarce. The PM needs to select a schedule approach that can realistically meet the deadline. What should the PM do?

   • AUse a hybrid approach that allows for fast-tracking critical activities while maintaining some flexibility.
   • BUse an agile approach to allow for flexibility in scope and schedule.
   • CUse a critical chain approach with buffers to protect the deadline, considering resource constraints.
   • DUse a predictive approach with a detailed schedule and aggressive compression techniques.
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