Question 1

It is easier to define the details for __________, but as the project progresses or moves from phase to phase, the project team or contractor can progressively elaborate the details as more information is known or becomes clear.
A) tasks that require a small effort
B) only tasks that take a day to complete
C) tasks near the end of the project
D) the near-term efforts

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that the details can be progressively elaborated as the project progresses or moves from phase to phase, indicating a focus on near-term efforts. Option A and B are too specific and do not encompass the entire project, while option C is too narrow in focus.

Question 2

Although major or key deliverables may be stated in the project charter or request for proposal, they need to be _____________ in the project scope document.
A) repeated
B) expanded on in greater detail
C) stated at higher levels
D) listed in sequence with the responsible person or organization

Accepted Answer

Key deliverables may be stated in the project charter or request for proposal, but the project scope document should provide more detailed descriptions and explanations of these deliverables. This ensures that everyone involved in the project has a clear understanding of what is expected and can work toward achieving those goals. Simply repeating or restating the deliverables is not sufficient. Stating them at higher levels or in sequence with the responsible person or organization can also be helpful, but expanding on them in greater detail is the most important aspect.

Question 3

A change control system needs to be established to define how
A) changes will be documented, approved, and communicated.
B) changes will be made.
C) the acceptance criteria are evaluated.
D) the quality plan is applied.

Accepted Answer

A change control system is primarily concerned with how changes will be documented, approved, and communicated. While it may involve changes being made, evaluation of acceptance criteria, and application of quality plans, these are secondary considerations to the primary goal of ensuring that changes are managed in a systematic and controlled manner. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 4

The major work elements defined in the statement of work section along with the detailed list of deliverables provide the basis for creating a
A) statement of work
B) project scope document
C) network diagram
D) work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

The detailed list of deliverables provided in the statement of work can be used to create a work breakdown structure (WBS), which breaks down the project into smaller, more manageable components. The WBS serves as a key tool for project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and cost estimating. Therefore, the best choice is D, work breakdown structure.

Question 5

____________ are the products or outputs that the project team or contractor will produce and provide to the customer during and at the completion of the performance of the project.
A) Contracts
B) Acceptance criteria
C) Deliverables
D) Responsibilities

Accepted Answer

Deliverables are the tangible or intangible products that the project team or contractor delivers to the customer during and at the completion of the project. They are the results of the project activities and may include documents, software, hardware, facilities, or services. Contracts are the agreements between parties that define the terms and conditions of the project. Acceptance criteria are the standards or criteria that the deliverables must meet in order to be accepted by the customer. Responsibilities are the roles and responsibilities of the project team members and stakeholders.

Question 6

For each deliverable, the quantitative measures or references to __________________ that will be used should be stated, as the criteria will be the basis for the customer agreeing that a deliverable is acceptable.
A) specifications, standards, and codes
B) quantitative and qualitative levels
C) audits and surveys
D) published articles

Accepted Answer

Deliverables need to be measured against specific specifications, standards, and codes to ensure they meet the required quality and functionality. These criteria will be the basis for the customer agreeing that a deliverable is acceptable.

Question 7

The __________ defines the major tasks or work elements that will need to be performed to accomplish the work that needs to be done and produce all the project deliverables.
A) statement of work
B) project scope document
C) network diagram
D) work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

The answer of The __________ defines the major tasks or...

Question 8

If the project scope seems much greater than originally anticipated by the customer, it may affect the ____________ for performing the work and _________ accomplishing the project objective.
A) resources assigned, help with
B) technical requirements, shorten the time for
C) commitment, accelerate
D) budget and schedule, jeopardize

Accepted Answer

If the project scope ends up being much larger than anticipated, it can lead to an increase in required resources, longer timelines, and consequently, an increase in the budget. This can cause a significant impact on the allocated budget and schedule and may even put the project at risk of failure to accomplish the objective without a compromise in quality.

Question 9

Acceptance criteria for all project deliverables must be ________________ than what is stated in the project charter or request for proposal.
A) repeated
B) described in greater detail
C) stated at higher levels
D) listed in sequence with the responsible person or organization

Accepted Answer

Acceptance criteria for project deliverables should be described in greater detail than what is stated in the project charter or request for proposal. This is to ensure that there is a clear understanding of what is expected from the deliverables and to prevent any misunderstandings or misinterpretations. It also helps to provide a clear benchmark for the quality of the deliverables and makes it easier to measure the success of the project.

Question 10

It is important to document the detailed requirements in the___________ in order to establish a clear understanding with the sponsor or customer.
A) statement of work
B) project scope document
C) network diagram
D) work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

The project scope document outlines the specific objectives, deliverables, and boundaries of the project. Documenting the detailed requirements in this document ensures that both the sponsor or customer and the project team have a clear understanding of what the project will involve and what will be delivered. The statement of work (A) is a high-level description of the project and its deliverables, the network diagram (C) illustrates the project tasks and dependencies, and the work breakdown structure (D) breaks down the project into smaller, manageable tasks. While all of these documents are important in project management, the project scope document is the most appropriate choice for documenting detailed requirements.

Question 11

The customer requirements section should also include or reference ______________ that must be used and met regarding quality and performance of the project work and deliverables.
A) applicable technical specifications, standards, and codes
B) quantitative and qualitative levels
C) audits and surveys
D) published articles

Accepted Answer

Applicable technical specifications, standards, and codes provide the necessary guidance and requirements for ensuring quality and performance of the project work and deliverables. The other options (quantitative and qualitative levels, audits and surveys, published articles) may be useful in other parts of the project, but are not the best choice specifically for meeting quality and performance requirements.

Question 12

The __________ may need to describe certain inspection techniques, testing procedures, or specific testing equipment or facilities that must be used.
A) statement of work
B) customer requirement
C) deliverables
D) acceptance criteria

Accepted Answer

The answer of The __________ may need to describe certain...

Question 13

The ____________ may include a high-level WBS in a graphic chart format or as an indentured list of the work elements and associated deliverables.
A) statement of work
B) project scope document
C) network diagram
D) work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________ may include a high-level WBS...

Question 14

The WBS establishes the framework for
A) developing the acceptance criteria.
B) further planning to create a baseline plan for performing the project work.
C) listing the deliverables.
D) defining the major tasks or work elements.

Accepted Answer

The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) provides the basis for further planning to create a baseline plan for performing the project work. This includes identifying major tasks or work elements, listing the project deliverables, and establishing the acceptance criteria. However, the WBS does not specifically define the acceptance criteria or list the deliverables; it primarily focuses on breaking down the project's work into manageable components. Therefore, choice B is the best option.

Question 15

A _______________ is a hierarchical decomposition of the project work scope into work packages that produce the project deliverables.
A) statement of work
B) project scope document
C) network diagram
D) work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

A work breakdown structure (WBS) is a hierarchical breakdown of the project scope into smaller, more manageable parts. It decomposes the project into smaller work packages that can be easily understood, managed, and scheduled. It allows for clear definition of roles and responsibilities within the project team, and for clear progress tracking against the established schedule. The WBS produces the project deliverables by identifying the tasks required to complete them and assigning them to responsible parties.

Question 16

The _________ defines what the project team or contractor will do.
A) statement of work
B) project scope document
C) network diagram
D) work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

The statement of work (SOW) defines the work that needs to be completed by the project team or contractor. It describes the objectives, deliverables, and specific tasks that need to be performed to accomplish the project's goals. The project scope document defines the boundaries and limitations of the project, the network diagram illustrates the project's dependencies and sequence of tasks, and the work breakdown structure breaks down the project into smaller, manageable components. However, none of these documents specifically describe the work that needs to be done, as the SOW does.

Question 17

If something is __________ the statement of work, then it should be assumed that ___________.
A) included, it will not change during the course of the project.
B) not included in, it will not be done or provided.
C) missing from, if the RFP stated the requirement is will be completed.
D) left out of, will be completed during the project.

Accepted Answer

If something is not included in the statement of work, then it will not be done or provided. The statement of work is a detailed document that outlines the specific deliverables, timelines, and expectations for a project. Anything not explicitly stated in the statement of work should not be assumed to be part of the project scope.

Question 18

The______________ section of the project scope document is where the contractor or project team can state and clarify exactly what is included in the work scope and provide an opportunity to reconsider items that are not stated but that the customer may have forgotten to include in her requirements or RFP.
A) statement of work
B) customer requirement
C) deliverables
D) acceptance criteria

Accepted Answer

The statement of work section of the project scope document details exactly what will be included in the project scope. It provides a clear understanding of the project deliverables, objectives, and requirements. This section allows the team to address any discrepancies or missing requirements in the initial request for proposal to ensure that all customer requirements are met.

Question 19

The contractor or project team needs to gain agreement from _____________ on the project scope document.
A) the sponsor or customer
B) all the stakeholders
C) only the contractor's chief financial officer
D) only the subcontractors

Accepted Answer

The sponsor or customer is the most important stakeholder of the project and has the ultimate authority to approve the project scope document. While gaining agreement from all stakeholders is important, without the approval of the sponsor or customer, the project cannot proceed. The contractor's chief financial officer and the subcontractors may have input on the project scope document, but their agreement is not necessary for approval.

Question 20

A detailed description of each deliverable should be stated to provide a basis for agreement between the project team or contractor and the customer of
A) exactly what will be provided.
B) general terms of the contract.
C) who is responsible.
D) technical requirements.

Accepted Answer

A detailed description of each deliverable is necessary to ensure that both the project team/contractor and the customer have a clear understanding of what will be provided. This helps to prevent misunderstandings and disputes during the project.

Quiz 4: Defining Scope, Quality, Responsibility, and Activity Sequence

It is easier to define the details for __________, but as the project progresses or moves from phase to phase, the project team or contractor can progressively elaborate the details as more information is known or becomes clear.

Although major or key deliverables may be stated in the project charter or request for proposal, they need to be _____________ in the project scope document.

A change control system needs to be established to define how

The major work elements defined in the statement of work section along with the detailed list of deliverables provide the basis for creating a

____________ are the products or outputs that the project team or contractor will produce and provide to the customer during and at the completion of the performance of the project.

For each deliverable, the quantitative measures or references to __________________ that will be used should be stated, as the criteria will be the basis for the customer agreeing that a deliverable is acceptable.

The __________ defines the major tasks or work elements that will need to be performed to accomplish the work that needs to be done and produce all the project deliverables.

If the project scope seems much greater than originally anticipated by the customer, it may affect the ____ for performing the work and _ accomplishing the project objective.

Acceptance criteria for all project deliverables must be ________________ than what is stated in the project charter or request for proposal.

It is important to document the detailed requirements in the___________ in order to establish a clear understanding with the sponsor or customer.

The customer requirements section should also include or reference ______________ that must be used and met regarding quality and performance of the project work and deliverables.

The __________ may need to describe certain inspection techniques, testing procedures, or specific testing equipment or facilities that must be used.

The ____________ may include a high-level WBS in a graphic chart format or as an indentured list of the work elements and associated deliverables.

The WBS establishes the framework for

A _______________ is a hierarchical decomposition of the project work scope into work packages that produce the project deliverables.

The _________ defines what the project team or contractor will do.

If something is the statement of work, then it should be assumed that _.

The contractor or project team needs to gain agreement from _____________ on the project scope document.

A detailed description of each deliverable should be stated to provide a basis for agreement between the project team or contractor and the customer of