Question 1

This development methodology is more traditional and more structured than other approaches.
A) Agile programming
B) Prototyping
C) Open source deployment
D) Software development life cycle (SDLC)
E) Critical path method (CPM)

Accepted Answer

SDLC is a traditional and structured methodology that involves a clearly defined set of steps, such as planning, analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance. It is often used in large-scale projects and ensures a thorough and organized development process. The other options, such as Agile programming and Prototyping, are more flexible and iterative methodologies that do not follow a set of predetermined steps. Open source deployment and Critical path method (CPM) are not development methodologies but rather tools or techniques used in project management.

Question 2

All of the following are indications that the project is successful EXCEPT:
A) Customers receive a significant benefit from the project.
B) The project meets its return on investment goal.
C) The project meets the established time and budget criteria.
D) The project prepares the organization for future success and growth.
E) The project profits are high and last for a very short time period.

Accepted Answer

The statement "The project profits are high and last for a very short time period" indicates that the project may not be sustainable in the long run and may not contribute to the overall success and growth of the organization. Thus, it is not an indication of a successful project.

Question 3

Which one of the following software products is NOT an open source software release?
A) PERL
B) Open Office
C) Linux
D) Mozilla
E) Microsoft Office

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Office is not an open source software release.

Question 4

An organization may convert from an old system to a new system by choosing to run both the old and new systems at the same time until the new system is fully accepted.This is known as __________.
A) Cutover
B) Parallel conversion
C) Direct cutover
D) Agile development
E) SDLC

Accepted Answer

Parallel conversion is the process of running both the old and new systems simultaneously until the new system is fully accepted. This method allows for a lower risk of system failure, as any issues can be identified and addressed before the old system is fully phased out. Cutover refers to the complete switch to the new system at a specific point in time, while Agile development and SDLC are software development methodologies, not conversion strategies.

Question 5

This is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product,service or result.
A) project
B) event
C) scope
D) requirement
E) system

Accepted Answer

A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. The other options (B-E) do not fully encompass the definition of a project.

Question 6

Which one of the following is NOT one of the four essential elements of any project?
A) Common project vocabulary
B) Project team
C) System evaluation
D) Project cycle plan
E) Project management

Accepted Answer

The four essential elements of any project are common project vocabulary, project team, project cycle plan, and project management. System evaluation may be an important aspect of a project, but it is not considered one of the four essential elements.

Question 7

What is at the center of the project triangle?
A) Agility
B) Quality
C) Speed
D) Cost
E) Focus

Accepted Answer

Quality is at the center of the project triangle, indicating that it is influenced by the balance of the project's scope, time, and cost constraints.

Question 8

The project triangle includes 3 sides - time,scope and ________.
A) cost
B) product
C) event
D) quality
E) requirements

Accepted Answer

The project triangle includes the 3 sides of time, scope, and cost. This is often referred to as the "triple constraint" because changes to one side of the triangle will impact the other two sides. However, other factors such as quality, product, event, or requirements may also be important considerations in a project, but they are not part of the project triangle.

Question 9

A successful project begins with a ____________ that articulates the purpose and details of the project and identifies stakeholders and the required resources.
A) project plan
B) Gantt chart
C) business plan
D) dashboard
E) strategy

Accepted Answer

The answer of A successful project begins with a ____________...

Question 10

To maintain balance in a project with a fixed budget and a well-defined scope,a project team will require flexibility ________.
A) with the deadline.
B) in spending.
C) with project quality.
D) with assumed risks.
E) in achieving the goals of the business case.

Accepted Answer

Flexibility with the deadline allows the project team to adjust timelines to meet the fixed budget and well-defined scope constraints, ensuring project balance without compromising quality, increasing spending, assuming additional risks, or failing to meet the business case objectives.

Question 11

This project cycle plan tends to be used for projects that have direct relationships between time and resources.
A) PERT
B) Gantt
C) CPM
D) NPV
E) Flowchart

Accepted Answer

The answer of This project cycle plan tends to be...

Question 12

In today's hypercompetitive business environment,firms that have strong project management skills have a higher likelihood of success because they are able to:
A) Spend money wisely.
B) Adapt processes and systems and therefore innovate faster than their competitors.
C) Optimize business processes.
D) Change and adapt in a slow yet methodical manner, reducing risk.
E) Utilize social and mobile platforms.

Accepted Answer

Firms with strong project management skills are able to adapt processes and systems quickly, which helps them innovate faster than their competitors. This gives them an edge in the hypercompetitive business environment. While the other options (A, C, D, and E) may be important aspects of successful business management, they do not necessarily depend solely on strong project management skills.

Question 13

To reduce risk,a project should have which one of the following qualities.
A) High complexity
B) High clarity
C) Big in size
D) Large in budget
E) Lots of programmers.

Accepted Answer

High clarity means a clear and well-defined project plan, goals, and requirements, which reduces ambiguity and uncertainty, leading to lower risk. High complexity, big size, large budget, and lots of programmers can increase the risk factor.

Question 14

What type of software is released under a license approved by the Open Source Initiative (OSI)?
A) System Architecture Software (SAS)
B) Open System Software (OSS)
C) Shareware Software (SS)
D) Open Source Software (OSS)
E) Source System Software (SSS)

Accepted Answer

Software released under a license approved by the Open Source Initiative (OSI) is known as Open Source Software (OSS).

Question 15

What does PMO stand for?
A) Project Maintenance Office
B) Project Mission and Objectives
C) Product Maintenance Office
D) Project Mission Office
E) Project Management Office

Accepted Answer

PMO stands for Project Management Office, which is a department within an organization that is responsible for overseeing and improving project management practices. It provides support, guidance, and tools to project teams, and ensures that projects are aligned with the organization's overall goals and objectives.

Question 16

Increasing project success requires gaining commitment from stakeholders.All of the following help to sustain that commitment for the life of the project EXCEPT:
A) Continually reminding stakeholders of the project benefits
B) Placing key stakeholders on the project team
C) Encouraging the project sponsor to provide public support for the project
D) Surprising the stakeholders by keeping the system's workings a secret
E) Assigning the right leader to be the project sponsor

Accepted Answer

Surprising stakeholders by keeping the system's workings a secret is not a strategy for sustaining their commitment. It may even have the opposite effect by generating skepticism and mistrust. All the other options listed are effective ways to sustain commitment from stakeholders for the life of the project.

Question 17

Open source software __________.
A) is free.
B) requires an organization pay a per user fee.
C) is costly.
D) is not allowed to be modified.
E) is provided by software vendors like Microsoft and SAP.

Accepted Answer

Open source software is typically free to use, distribute, and modify, as its source code is made available to the public. This is the fundamental philosophy behind open source, which encourages collaboration and community-driven development.

Question 18

To help with organization and complexity,a project manager will break a project up into:
A) Variables
B) Business processes
C) Subprojects
D) Infrastructure
E) Work

Accepted Answer

Breaking a project up into subprojects allows for easier management and delegation of tasks. This also allows for a better understanding of the overall project and helps to identify potential challenges or areas that may require additional resources or attention. This approach also allows for better tracking of progress and a more organized execution of the project.

Question 19

This project cycle plan chart looks very much like a bar chart and is easy for management to read because of its visual nature.
A) PERT
B) Gantt
C) CPM
D) NPV
E) Flowchart

Accepted Answer

The description of the chart matches a Gantt chart, which is a type of bar chart commonly used for project management.

Question 20

Scope may be divided into product scope and __________ scope.
A) project
B) cost
C) time
D) sequence

Accepted Answer

The product scope relates to the specific features and functionalities of the product or service that is being developed or delivered. On the other hand, project scope refers to the work that needs to be done to deliver the product, including the tasks, resources, timelines, and constraints associated with the project. Cost, time, and sequence are important aspects of project management, but they do not constitute separate scopes of work.

Quiz 10: Managing Projects in a Global Ecosystem

This development methodology is more traditional and more structured than other approaches.

All of the following are indications that the project is successful EXCEPT:

Which one of the following software products is NOT an open source software release?

An organization may convert from an old system to a new system by choosing to run both the old and new systems at the same time until the new system is fully accepted.This is known as __________.

This is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product,service or result.

Which one of the following is NOT one of the four essential elements of any project?

What is at the center of the project triangle?

The project triangle includes 3 sides - time,scope and ________.

A successful project begins with a ____________ that articulates the purpose and details of the project and identifies stakeholders and the required resources.

To maintain balance in a project with a fixed budget and a well-defined scope,a project team will require flexibility ________.

This project cycle plan tends to be used for projects that have direct relationships between time and resources.

In today's hypercompetitive business environment,firms that have strong project management skills have a higher likelihood of success because they are able to:

To reduce risk,a project should have which one of the following qualities.

What type of software is released under a license approved by the Open Source Initiative (OSI) ?

What does PMO stand for?

Increasing project success requires gaining commitment from stakeholders.All of the following help to sustain that commitment for the life of the project EXCEPT:

Open source software __________.

To help with organization and complexity,a project manager will break a project up into:

This project cycle plan chart looks very much like a bar chart and is easy for management to read because of its visual nature.

Scope may be divided into product scope and __________ scope.