Task 2 Generate and Maintain Visibility of Project Schedule, by Working with the Project Manager And/or Stakeholders, in Order to Maintain Stakeholder Support. PMI-SP Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11foundation · easy

   A project sponsor needs a high-level summary of key milestones and overall progress. Which type of stakeholder information need does this represent?

   • ADetailed task-level information for daily work planning
   • BRisk register updates for identifying potential threats
   • CExecutive-level summary information for decision-making and governance
   • DResource allocation details for optimizing team assignments
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2. 12expert · hard

   A project scheduler is trying to engage a group of stakeholders who are skeptical about the project schedule because of past delays. They have low trust in the schedule and are not actively participating in schedule reviews. The scheduler wants to rebuild their confidence and maintain their support. What technique should the scheduler use?

   • AReduce the frequency of schedule updates to avoid drawing attention to delays.
   • BInvite the skeptical stakeholders to participate in a schedule risk workshop where they can voice concerns and contribute to mitigation strategies.
   • CSend them the schedule report and ask them to provide written feedback.
   • DPresent only the positive aspects of the schedule and avoid discussing risks.
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4. 13foundation · easy

   Which element is typically included in a schedule communication plan?

   • AThe detailed work breakdown structure (WBS) for the project
   • BThe procurement contracts for external vendors
   • CThe project's quality control procedures
   • DThe frequency and format of schedule status reports
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5. 14foundation · easy

   What is a common engagement technique to maintain stakeholder support for the schedule?

   • AUsing technical jargon to demonstrate expertise
   • BLimiting schedule information to only the project sponsor
   • CSharing schedule updates only when major delays occur
   • DHolding regular schedule review meetings with stakeholders
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6. 15application · medium

   A project scheduler notices that stakeholders are losing interest in the weekly schedule review meetings. Attendance is dropping, and questions are becoming less frequent. The scheduler wants to re-engage stakeholders and maintain their support for the project schedule. What technique should the scheduler use?

   • AMake the meetings shorter and only present the critical path.
   • BCancel the meetings and rely on the project management tool's dashboard for visibility.
   • CIntroduce an interactive segment where stakeholders can discuss schedule risks and propose mitigation strategies.
   • DSend the meeting slides in advance and ask stakeholders to read them on their own.
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