PMI PMP Quiz 131 Topic 3 Questions 651-655

Question: 1

A project manager has outsourced a critical programming task to a third party due to a lack of resources. During the implementation stage, the deliverable is behind schedule and this task must be completed before a critical deadline.

What is the first thing the project manager should do to make sure the project gets back on track?

ADiscuss the option to support the supplier with internal resources with the project sponsor.

BSearch for a new outsourcing company as a replacement for the existing vendor.

CInform the major stakeholders and request that they work to identify a solution.

DReview the procurement documentation with the contractor to identify the alternatives

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Question: 2

A project manager has just been informed that it is extremely important to complete the project on time. Which activities should a project manager focus on to reduce the duration of the schedule without reducing the project scope?

AActivities with the lowest percent completion

BActivities with the least float

CActivities with the least cost impact

DActivities with the lowest earned value

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Question: 3

Project risks have been identified through a brainstorming session While analyzing the risks, the project manager needs to quantify and prioritize the risks and develop the mitigation plan.

What should the project manager use?

AAssumptions log

BProbability and impact matrix

CDefinitions of risk probability and impacts

DRisk register

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Question: 4

Near the end of a project, the project manager discovers that an imminent regulatory change will likely prevent the project from being commissioned What should the project manager do?

AUse scope change management to accommodate the new law's expected requirements.

BUpdate the risk register with this new information and plan for the risk response.

CReview the project schedule for completion before the new law comes into effect.

DDelay additional work on the project until the contents of the upcoming law are understood.

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Question: 5

One month into a 12-month project a vendor informs the project manager that required project equipment will be delayed. After further investigation, the project manager learns that this vendor has a reputation for underperforming.

What should the project manager have done to prevent this?

ACheck the updated risk register and issue log

BAdded a backup vendor to the vendor list

CReviewed the lessons learned documents from other projects

DIncluded a contingency buffer in the schedule baseline

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PMI PMP Quiz:131 Topic:3 Questions:651-655