Task 8 Plan and Manage Communication PMP Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1expert · hard

   A project manager is managing a project with a tight deadline. The sponsor wants daily status updates, but the project team is already overloaded with work and cannot spend time preparing detailed reports. The project manager must balance the sponsor's need for information with the team's capacity. What should the project manager do?

   • AStop providing status updates to the sponsor until the project is completed.
   • BAsk the team to prepare a detailed daily report regardless of the workload.
   • CNegotiate with the sponsor to accept a weekly summary instead of daily updates.
   • DImplement a lightweight daily dashboard that automatically pulls key metrics, and provide a weekly detailed report.
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2. 2foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of establishing a feedback loop in project communication?

   • ATo satisfy the project sponsor's requirement for regular updates
   • BTo collect and act on input from stakeholders and the team to improve outcomes
   • CTo ensure all communication is documented for audit purposes
   • DTo provide a formal channel for complaints only
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4. 3expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a multinational project with stakeholders in regions that have different cultural norms regarding direct communication. Some stakeholders prefer indirect feedback, while others expect direct and frequent updates. The project manager must define a communication strategy that respects these differences while ensuring project objectives are met. What should the project manager do?

   • ATailor the communication approach for each stakeholder group based on their cultural preferences and needs.
   • BLimit communication to written reports to avoid cultural misunderstandings.
   • CAsk stakeholders to adapt to the project manager's communication style.
   • DUse a single communication style that is direct and frequent for all stakeholders to ensure consistency.
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5. 4foundation · easy

   What is a key action to promote transparency in project communication?

   • AKeeping project issues confidential to avoid concern
   • BSharing project information proactively with stakeholders
   • CLimiting information to only the project sponsor
   • DSharing information only when stakeholders request it
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6. 5foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of defining a communication strategy at the start of a project?

   • ATo document all project risks and their mitigation plans
   • BTo establish a communication approach that supports project objectives and stakeholder needs
   • CTo select the most popular communication tools used by the team
   • DTo create a detailed project schedule with milestones
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