Question 1

An increase in the complexity of projects, because projects typically include the latest advances, can be the result of a growth in new __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   products
B)   knowledge
C)   services
D)   products and services
E)   processesF) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

A(n)  _________ is a series of coordinated, related multiple projects that continue over an extended time intended to achieve a goal.

Accepted Answer

A)   program
B)   portfolio
C)   product family
D)   process
E)   folderF) B) and C)
G) A) and E) A

Question 3

The modus operandi (method) used for implementing organizational strategy is through projects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The product life cycle must be understood as totally different from the project life cycle. In today's high-tech industries the product life cycle is averaging _________ to 3 years.

Accepted Answer

A)   1 year
B)   6 months
C)   18 months
D)   3 months
E)   9 monthsF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 5

A series of coordinated, related, multiple projects that continue over an extended time period and are intended to achieve a goal is known as a

Accepted Answer

A)   Strategy.
B)   Program.
C)   Campaign.
D)   Crusade.
E)   Venture.F) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 6

In which stage of the project life cycle is the product of the project delivered to the customer and resources are released from the project?

Accepted Answer

A)   Identifying
B)   Defining
C)   Planning
D)   Executing
E)   ClosingF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

The two dimensions within project management processes are

Accepted Answer

A)   Technical and sociocultural.
B)   Cost and time.
C)   Planned and unexpected.
D)   Established and new.
E)   Unique and reoccurring.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 8

Which dimension of project management centers on creating a temporary social system within a larger organizational environment that combines the talents of a divergent set of professionals working to complete the project?

Accepted Answer

A)   Communication
B)   Sociocultural
C)   Social
D)   Technical
E)   SchedulingF) B) and C)
G) None of the above

Question 9

One of the most significant driving forces behind the demand for project management is the ever increasing lengthening of the product life cycle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 10

For construction companies that build many buildings, all buildings built after the first do not fit the definition of a project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Agile PM is incremental, iterative development and delivery whereas traditional PM does not deliver nor elicit feedback from the customer until the project is nearly complete.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of these is NOT part of the "sociocultural dimension" of project management?

Accepted Answer

A)   Negotiation
B)   Resource allocation
C)   Managing customer expectations
D)   Leadership
E)   Dealing with politicsF) D) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 13

"Project managers perform the same functions as other managers." Agree or disagree, and support your decision.

Accepted Answer

Many of the same basic management functi...

Question 14

In which stage of the project life cycle is the project's schedule and budget determined?

Accepted Answer

A)   Identifying
B)   Defining
C)   Planning
D)   Executing
E)   ClosingF) B) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 15

The technical dimensions of project management is primarily what successful project managers focus on, specifically planning, scheduling, and controlling projects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT one of the stages of a project life cycle?

Accepted Answer

A)   Identifying
B)   Defining
C)   Planning
D)   Executing
E)   ClosingF) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 17

Which of the following is typically the responsibility of a project manager?

Accepted Answer

A)   Meeting budget requirements
B)   Meeting schedule requirements
C)   Meeting performance specifications
D)   Coordinating the actions of the team members
E)   All of these are typical responsibilitiesF) A) and E)
G) D) and E)

Question 18

A project life cycle is characterized as made up of stages. The final stage in the project life cycle is the __________ stage.

Accepted Answer

A)   conceptual
B)   closing
C)   defining
D)   planning
E)   executingF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 19

Traditional project management focuses on thorough planning up front. Such planning requires ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   thoroughness
B)   a planning schedule
C)   predictability
D)   a planning budget
E)   All of these alternatives are correctF) B) and C)
G) A) and E) C

Question 20

Contrary to on-going duties and responsibilities of customary jobs, projects have a defined endpoint.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 1: Modern Project Management

An increase in the complexity of projects, because projects typically include the latest advances, can be the result of a growth in new __________.

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A(n) _________ is a series of coordinated, related multiple projects that continue over an extended time intended to achieve a goal.

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The modus operandi (method) used for implementing organizational strategy is through projects.

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The product life cycle must be understood as totally different from the project life cycle. In today's high-tech industries the product life cycle is averaging _________ to 3 years.

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A series of coordinated, related, multiple projects that continue over an extended time period and are intended to achieve a goal is known as a

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In which stage of the project life cycle is the product of the project delivered to the customer and resources are released from the project?

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The two dimensions within project management processes are

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Which dimension of project management centers on creating a temporary social system within a larger organizational environment that combines the talents of a divergent set of professionals working to complete the project?

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One of the most significant driving forces behind the demand for project management is the ever increasing lengthening of the product life cycle.

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For construction companies that build many buildings, all buildings built after the first do not fit the definition of a project.

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Agile PM is incremental, iterative development and delivery whereas traditional PM does not deliver nor elicit feedback from the customer until the project is nearly complete.

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Which of these is NOT part of the "sociocultural dimension" of project management?

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"Project managers perform the same functions as other managers." Agree or disagree, and support your decision.

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In which stage of the project life cycle is the project's schedule and budget determined?

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The technical dimensions of project management is primarily what successful project managers focus on, specifically planning, scheduling, and controlling projects.

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Which of the following is NOT one of the stages of a project life cycle?

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Which of the following is typically the responsibility of a project manager?

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A project life cycle is characterized as made up of stages. The final stage in the project life cycle is the __________ stage.

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Traditional project management focuses on thorough planning up front. Such planning requires ____.

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Contrary to on-going duties and responsibilities of customary jobs, projects have a defined endpoint.

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