PMI PMP Quiz 44 Topic 2 Questions 216-220

Question: 1

During the execution of an IT project, a project manager warns of the possibility that the main server may fail due to constant, local-area electrical outages. The project manager signs a contract to rent an additional server from a local company.

What strategy is the project manager using?

AMitigate

BShare

CEnhance

DTransfer

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Question: 2

After preparing the work breakdown structure (WBS), the project manager is ready to assign task areas to project team members. Subsequently, the project sponsor asks to add requirements that the team feels are unachievable.

What should the project manager do next?

AEvaluate the impact of the request on the project scope, schedule, and budget.

BUse expert judgment to adjust the WBS based on the new requirements.

CReview the project scope and resources to assess the feasibility of satisfying the request.

DCollect requirements, and conduct a team brainstorming session.

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Question: 3

During risk analysis for a building renovation project, it is discovered that the building contains toxic materials that must be removed. What should the project manager do to mitigate this risk using the risk transference strategy?

AAsk the client to remove the toxic materials and exclude this work from the contract.

BTrain personnel how to remove the toxic materials and then perform the work.

CIncrease the management reserves to address the potential impact of additional time and cost.

DHire a contractor to perform the work.

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Question: 4

A project in the planning stage must have a product with the following attributes:

1. Development requires a high degree of specialization

2. Delivery must occur within a specific time-frame

What should the project manager do next?

AHire qualified staff to develop the required product.

BAcquire the product from a supplier with many resources despite limited experience.

CDevelop the product with current staff who must learn what is required.

DAcquire the product from a supplier who will deliver it on time.

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Question: 5

A project manager in a matrix organization notices that a resource is working a significant amount of overtime to complete project assignments. What should the project manager do next?

AUpdate the risk register with this information.

BUpdate the issue log with this information.

CDiscuss the situation with the resource's manager.

DEscalate the issue to the project sponsor.

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PMI PMP Quiz:44 Topic:2 Questions:216-220