Task 8 Evaluate External Business Environment Changes PMP Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11application · medium

   A project manager for a mobile app development project learns that a new operating system update will change how the app's core feature works. The project is in the testing phase, and the team is already stretched. What should the project manager do?

   • ADelay the project launch until the next operating system update.
   • BIgnore the update because the app is already in testing.
   • CAdd the required changes to the backlog and prioritize them based on the impact on the app's functionality.
   • DAsk the team to work overtime to implement the changes immediately.
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2. 12foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of implementing a process for continuous monitoring of the external business environment?

   • ATo identify new impacts on scope or backlog throughout the project lifecycle
   • BTo reduce the project budget
   • CTo eliminate all risks from the project
   • DTo ensure the project is completed as quickly as possible
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4. 13application · medium

   A project manager for an infrastructure project wants to ensure that changes in environmental regulations are identified and assessed throughout the project's lifecycle. What should the project manager do?

   • AInclude a clause in the project charter that regulations will not change.
   • BRely on the project team to report any changes they hear about.
   • CSet up a monthly review of regulatory updates and assess their impact on the project.
   • DReview environmental regulations only at the project's major milestones.
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5. 14foundation · easy

   A new regulation requires the project to add a compliance feature. The project manager must decide whether to add this to the current backlog. What is the primary factor to consider when prioritizing this change?

   • AUrgency and severity of the impact
   • BThe cost of the change alone
   • CThe project manager's personal preference
   • DThe number of team members available
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6. 15application · medium

   A project manager for a construction project wants to ensure that changes in local building codes are identified and addressed throughout the project's two-year duration. What should the project manager implement?

   • AA stakeholder communication plan to inform the team about any changes.
   • BA contingency reserve to cover any potential cost increases from code changes.
   • CA process to regularly review regulatory updates and assess their impact on the project.
   • DA one-time review of current building codes at the start of the project.
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