Question 1

According to David McClelland,people with a need for power (nPow)desire either personal power or institutional power.

Accepted Answer

David McClelland's theory states that people with a need for power (nPow) desire either personal power (the desire to control others, assert oneself, and influence others) or institutional power (the desire to lead and direct groups, organizations, or institutions towards a common goal).

Question 2

The products of a project are produced during project execution.

Accepted Answer

The products of a project, such as deliverables, outcomes, and results, are produced during project execution as a result of performing project activities and completing project tasks.

Question 3

The forcing mode of conflict resolution is most appropriately used when the task is of high importance and the relationship is of high importance.

Accepted Answer

Forcing mode of conflict resolution, which emphasizes winning the conflict at the expense of the other party, is not ideal when the relationship is of high importance because it can damage long-term relationships and trust.

Question 4

David McClelland proposed that an individual's specific needs are acquired or learned over time and shaped by life experiences.

Accepted Answer

David McClelland's theory of motivation emphasizes the role of acquired needs in shaping an individual's behavior and personality. He believed that each person has a unique set of needs, including achievement, affiliation, and power, and that these needs are acquired through life experiences and interactions with others.

Question 5

The smoothing mode of conflict resolution is best used when the relationship is of high importance and the task is of low importance.

Accepted Answer

Smoothing mode aims to maintain or even enhance the relationship between parties, often at the expense of resolving the task at hand. Therefore, it is preferred when the relationship is considered more important than the task or when the potential damage to the relationship is seen as more significant than the problem at hand.

Question 6

Effective project human resource management is crucial to project execution.

Accepted Answer

Effective project human resource management involves planning, organizing, and managing the human resources to achieve project goals. This includes identifying resource requirements, training and developing team members, communicating effectively, and resolving conflicts. Without effective human resource management, project execution can suffer from low morale, high turnover, and poor performance.

Question 7

According to Stephen Covey,when you practice sharpening the saw,you take time to renew yourself physically,spiritually,mentally,and socially.

Accepted Answer

This statement accurately represents Stephen Covey's concept of "sharpening the saw" as described in his book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People". Covey suggests that in order to be effective and successful, one must regularly invest time and energy into one's physical, spiritual, mental, and social well-being. This includes activities like exercise, meditation or prayer, reading and learning, and spending time with loved ones and friends. By doing so, we can better manage our time and energy, avoid burnout, and continually improve ourselves and our abilities.

Question 8

In the context of Maslow's hierarchy of needs,a person can consider self-actualization before addressing basic needs concerning security and safety.

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the basic needs like physiological needs, safety needs, and belongingness needs must be fulfilled before a person moves towards fulfilling the needs of self-actualization. Therefore, a person cannot consider self-actualization before addressing the basic needs of security and safety.

Question 9

According to Frederick Herzberg,hygiene factors such as larger salaries,more supervision,or a more attractive work environment greatly improve worker productivity.

Accepted Answer

According to Frederick Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, hygiene factors are necessary to prevent dissatisfaction among employees but do not necessarily improve productivity. While these factors may help to create a more pleasant work environment, they do not motivate employees to perform at a higher level. It is the presence of motivators such as challenging work, recognition, and growth opportunities that lead to improved productivity and job satisfaction.

Question 10

Thamhain and Wilemon found that projects were more likely to fail when project managers relied too heavily on using work challenge and expertise to influence people.

Accepted Answer

Thamhain and Wilemon actually found that using work challenge and expertise as a way to influence team members was among the most effective strategies for project managers, leading to better project outcomes, not failure.

Question 11

Quality audits must always be scheduled.

Accepted Answer

While scheduling quality audits is preferred, audits can also be conducted spontaneously or as a result of a specific need or issue that arises.

Question 12

The main goal of team development is to release competitive energies in order to improve project performance.

Accepted Answer

The main goal of team development is to enhance the ability of team members to work together effectively, fostering collaboration, trust, and communication to improve overall project performance, not just to release competitive energies.

Question 13

No two projects are ever executed in the exact same way.

Accepted Answer

Each project is unique in its own way, whether it's the scope, timeline, budget, team, or objectives. Therefore, the execution of each project will also vary based on these factors.

Question 14

The confrontation mode of conflict resolution is best used when both the task and the relationship are of low importance.

Accepted Answer

The confrontation mode tends to be aggressive and can damage the relationship. It is better used when the task is important but the relationship is not, or when the issue at hand is serious and cannot be ignored. For low importance tasks and relationships, a more cooperative approach like compromise or accommodation may be better suited.

Question 15

The main quality management task required during execution is quality assurance.

Accepted Answer

Quality assurance is the process of ensuring that the project is executed according to the approved quality standards. It involves activities such as developing and implementing quality management plans, conducting quality audits, and testing the deliverables to ensure they meet the required quality standards. Therefore, quality assurance is a crucial task during project execution.

Question 16

The June 21,1999 issue of Fortune summarized research showing that the main reason chief executive officers (CEOs)failed was poor execution.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true according to the June 21, 1999 issue of Fortune.

Question 17

The knowledge areas of scope,time,cost,and risk management have tasks directly related to project execution.

Accepted Answer

The knowledge areas of scope, time, cost, and risk management are primarily associated with planning and monitoring, rather than direct execution tasks. Execution tasks are more aligned with areas like quality, resource, and communication management.

Question 18

The least desirable approach for handling conflict is the withdrawal mode.

Accepted Answer

The withdrawal mode involves avoiding or ignoring the conflict, which can lead to unresolved issues and build resentment. It is not an effective approach for handling conflict.

Question 19

According to Jung's theory of psychological types found in the MBTI,perceiving types tend to establish deadlines and take them seriously,expecting others to do the same.

Accepted Answer

According to Jung's theory, judging types tend to establish deadlines and take them seriously, while perceiving types prefer to explore options and keep options open, being less likely to establish firm deadlines. Therefore, it is false that perceiving types tend to establish deadlines and take them seriously.

Question 20

There's a saying that the project manager who is the smartest person on the team has done a poor job of recruiting.

Accepted Answer

The project manager's role includes recruiting talented and knowledgeable team members who can contribute their unique skills and expertise to the project. If the project manager is the smartest person on the team, it suggests that they may not have done a good job of identifying and recruiting top performers to support the project's success.

Quiz 6: Executing Projects