Establish Baseline PMI-SP Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21application · medium

   A project manager has obtained verbal agreement from the sponsor and customer on the baseline schedule. What is the next step in the formal approval process?

   • AUpdate the project management plan and begin executing the schedule.
   • BDocument the baseline schedule and obtain written sign-off from the sponsor and customer.
   • CNotify the team of the baseline and proceed with work.
   • DStore the baseline in the project file for future reference.
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2. 22application · medium

   A project manager is explaining the purpose of the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) to a new team member. Which statement accurately describes the PMB?

   • AIt is a document that lists all project risks and their mitigation strategies.
   • BIt is the approved plan for project scope, schedule, and cost against which performance is measured.
   • CIt is a summary of the project's expected benefits and business case.
   • DIt is a tool for tracking team member performance and productivity.
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4. 23application · medium

   A project manager is establishing the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) for a new project. The PMB should include which of the following components?

   • AThe schedule baseline, cost baseline, and scope baseline.
   • BThe schedule baseline and the risk register.
   • CThe cost baseline and the quality management plan.
   • DThe scope baseline and the communications management plan.
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5. 24application · medium

   A project manager has obtained sign-off on the baseline schedule from the sponsor and customer. What should the project manager do to ensure the baseline is properly established?

   • ABegin executing the project without further communication.
   • BWait for the customer to provide additional requirements.
   • CStore the baseline in a secure location and limit access.
   • DCommunicate the baseline to the project team and stakeholders.
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6. 25foundation · easy

   In the baseline schedule approval process, what is the primary role of the sponsor?

   • ATo provide final approval and ensure the baseline aligns with business objectives
   • BTo develop the detailed schedule activities and dependencies
   • CTo execute the schedule and report progress to the project manager
   • DTo approve the baseline without consulting other stakeholders
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