Task 2 Evaluate Final Schedule Performance Against Baseline Schedule, Scheduling Approach and the Implementation, Using Standard Scheduling Tools and Techniques, Including Solicitation of Feedback from Stakeholders, in Order to Identify Lessons Learned and Develop Best Practices. PMI-SP Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of using standard scheduling techniques like critical path analysis during schedule closeout?

   • ATo create a new schedule for the next project
   • BTo identify which activities had the most impact on the final schedule
   • CTo calculate the project budget
   • DTo assign resources to activities
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2. 17application · medium

   A project manager is planning the closeout of a project and wants to collect feedback from stakeholders about the scheduling process. The project had multiple stakeholders with different levels of involvement. What is the most effective approach to solicit feedback?

   • AConduct individual interviews with key stakeholders to gather in-depth perspectives.
   • BRely on the project team's own assessment of the schedule.
   • CSend a single email to all stakeholders asking for general comments.
   • DHold a single group meeting with all stakeholders to discuss the schedule.
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4. 18foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key source of input for identifying lessons learned?

   • AStakeholder feedback
   • BResource calendars
   • CRisk register
   • DProject charter
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5. 19application · medium

   A project's final schedule shows that the critical path was completed in 95 days, while the baseline critical path was 100 days. However, the project's total duration was 110 days, which is 10 days longer than the baseline. What is the most likely explanation for this discrepancy?

   • AThe baseline was set after the project started.
   • BNon-critical activities experienced delays that extended the project's total duration.
   • CThe project team worked faster than planned on the critical path.
   • DThe critical path was incorrectly identified in the baseline.
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6. 20application · medium

   At the closeout of an IT infrastructure project, the project manager wants to collect feedback on the scheduling process. The team used a critical path method (CPM) schedule with aggressive durations. Several team members felt the schedule was unrealistic. What is the most effective way to solicit feedback that will lead to actionable lessons learned?

   • ASend a survey to all stakeholders asking them to rate the project manager's performance.
   • BConduct a facilitated workshop with the project team and key stakeholders to discuss what worked and what did not in the scheduling process.
   • CReview the project schedule and compare it to the baseline without consulting the team.
   • DAsk only the project sponsor for feedback, as they have the final authority.
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