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Question 1mediummultiple choice
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A project manager is leading a software development project. The sponsor insists on using a waterfall approach, but the team has experience with agile and believes it would be more effective. What should the project manager do first?

Question 2hardmultiple choice
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During project execution, a key stakeholder requests a feature that is not in the scope. The project manager analyzes the request and determines it would add significant business value but also increase risk. What should the project manager do?

Question 3easymultiple choice
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A project manager is developing the business case for a new product. Which of the following is the primary purpose of the business case?

Question 4hardmultiple choice
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A project manager is leading a project that is aligned with the organization's strategic goal to increase market share. However, during execution, a competitor releases a similar product, reducing the expected benefits. What should the project manager do?

Question 5mediummulti select
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A project manager is defining the benefits management plan. Which TWO of the following are key components of a benefits management plan?

Question 6hardmultiple choice
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You are the project manager for a large infrastructure project funded by a government grant that requires the project to deliver specific social benefits within three years. The project is currently in its second year, and a recent audit reveals that the project is on track to exceed its budget by 20% due to unexpected material cost increases. The grant terms stipulate that any cost overrun must be absorbed by the organization, not the grant. Additionally, the project benefits are measured based on the number of beneficiaries served, which is currently 70% of the target. The project sponsor is concerned that cutting costs may reduce the number of beneficiaries and jeopardize the grant conditions. The project team has identified two options: (1) reduce the scope of the project to stay within budget, which would lower the beneficiary count to 60% of target; or (2) request additional funding from the organization, but the CFO is reluctant because the project's return on investment is already marginal. What should the project manager do?

Question 7mediummulti select
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A project manager is defining the benefits management plan for a new product launch. The company's strategy includes expanding into emerging markets. Which TWO elements must be included in the benefits management plan to align with the company's strategy?

Question 8hardmultiple choice
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The project manager reviews the benefits realization report for a cloud migration project. The project sponsor asks why the benefits are not being realized as planned. What is the MOST likely cause?

Exhibit

Refer to the exhibit.

Exhibit:
```
Benefits Realization Report
Project: Cloud Migration
Date: 2024-03-15

Metric: Server Utilization Rate
Target: 75%
Actual: 68%
Variance: -7%

Metric: Operational Cost Reduction
Target: 20%
Actual: 18%
Variance: -2%

Metric: Deployment Frequency
Target: 10/week
Actual: 8/week
Variance: -2/week
```
Question 9easymultiple choice
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You are the project manager for a large pharmaceutical company that is developing a new drug. The company's strategic goal is to become a leader in oncology treatments. The project is in the execution phase, and the project sponsor asks you to ensure that the project's outcomes align with the company's strategy. The project team has been working on multiple initiatives, but there is concern that some deliverables may not support the strategic goal. As the project manager, what is the BEST course of action to ensure alignment?

Question 10mediumdrag order
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Order the steps for developing a project schedule.

Drag steps to the numbered slots on the right, or tap a step then tap a slot.

Steps
Order
1Step 1
2Step 2
3Step 3
4Step 4
5Step 5
Question 11mediumdrag order
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Arrange the steps for developing a project team.

Drag steps to the numbered slots on the right, or tap a step then tap a slot.

Steps
Order
1Step 1
2Step 2
3Step 3
4Step 4
5Step 5
Question 12mediummatching
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Match each tool or technique to its application in project management.

Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.

Concepts
Matches

Measures project performance against scope, schedule, and cost

Identifies the longest sequence of dependent activities

Models project schedule or cost risks using probability distributions

Assigns roles and responsibilities for project tasks

Groups ideas or data into related categories

Question 13mediummultiple choice
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You are the project manager for a hybrid software development project. During sprint review, the product owner demonstrates a feature that meets the acceptance criteria but the key stakeholder expresses disappointment, saying it does not meet their expectations. What should the project manager do first?

Question 14easymultiple choice
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A project manager is leading a construction project. During execution, a new environmental regulation is enacted that directly affects the project's waste disposal process. What should the project manager do first?

Question 15hardmultiple choice
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In an agile transformation initiative, the project manager notices that the team's velocity has dropped significantly over the last three sprints. The team cites unclear requirements and frequent interruptions from stakeholders. The project manager also notes that the product owner has been absent from sprint planning and review meetings. What should the project manager do first?

Question 16mediummultiple choice
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A project manager is working on a portfolio of projects. One project has a business case that is no longer aligned with the organization's strategic goals due to a shift in market conditions. What should the project manager do?

Question 17easymultiple choice
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During a project's execution phase, the sponsor asks the project manager to skip the user acceptance testing (UAT) phase to save time and meet a tight deadline. What should the project manager do?

Question 18hardmultiple choice
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A project manager is leading a large-scale agile transformation. The organization has a history of failed change initiatives, and there is resistance from middle management. The project sponsor is fully committed but wants to see quick results. What should the project manager do first?

Question 19mediummultiple choice
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A project is running 15% over budget at its midpoint. The project manager determines that the variance is due to unexpected price increases in raw materials. The project sponsor asks the project manager to reduce the project scope to bring costs back in line. What should the project manager do first?

Question 20mediummultiple choice
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In a Scrum project, the development team consistently misses deadlines. The project manager (who also serves as the Scrum Master) discovers that the team is overcommitting during sprint planning due to pressure from the product owner. What should the project manager do first?

Question 21easymultiple choice
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A project manager discovers that a key vendor will be unable to deliver a critical component on time, which will delay the project. The contract includes penalties for late delivery. What should the project manager do first?

Question 22hardmultiple choice
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An executive stakeholder bypasses the project manager and directly assigns work to a team member. The team member is now overloaded and missing sprint commitments. What should the project manager do first?

Question 23mediummultiple choice
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A project manager is implementing a project in a highly regulated industry. A new regulatory requirement is discovered that will affect the project's deliverables. The project is already in execution. What should the project manager do first?

Question 24mediummultiple choice
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In a SAFe environment, a project manager (release train engineer) notices that multiple teams are working on features that do not align with the strategic themes defined by the portfolio. What should the project manager do first?

Question 25easymulti select
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A project manager is developing a business case for a new project. Which TWO elements are essential for a strong business case?

Question 26mediummulti select
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During a project, the team encounters a risk event that was identified in the risk register. The project manager needs to implement a response. Which THREE actions should the project manager take?

Question 27hardmulti select
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A project manager is leading a hybrid project. The sponsor requests a significant scope change that will alter the project's business case. Which THREE actions should the project manager take?

Question 28mediummultiple choice
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You are the project manager for a marketing campaign project using a hybrid approach. Mid-sprint, the product owner asks the team to add a new feature that increases customer engagement. The team has capacity, but the new feature was not in the approved business case. What should you do first?

Question 29mediummultiple choice
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During a project to implement a new CRM system, the team discovers a new regulatory requirement that affects data privacy. The requirement was not identified during planning. What should the project manager do first?

Question 30easymultiple choice
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A project manager is leading a software development project using Scrum. The product owner frequently changes priorities mid-sprint, causing the team to lose focus. What should the project manager do to address this?

Question 31hardmultiple choice
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A project manager is managing a construction project that is currently 15% over budget at the midpoint. The sponsor asks the PM to reduce quality testing to save costs. What should the PM do first?

Question 32mediummultiple choice
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In an agile project, the team's velocity has dropped across three consecutive sprints. The project manager suspects that technical debt is causing slowdowns. What should the PM do?

Question 33mediummultiple choice
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You are the project manager for a portfolio of projects. One project is consistently underperforming and missing milestones. The steering committee asks you to recommend whether to continue or cancel the project. What should you do first?

Question 34hardmultiple choice
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A key vendor notifies you that they cannot deliver a critical component on time due to a supplier issue. The component is on the critical path. What should the project manager do first?

Question 35easymultiple choice
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A project manager is leading a hybrid project. An executive stakeholder bypasses the PM and gives direct orders to the development team. What should the PM do?

Question 36mediummultiple choice
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During a project kickoff, the project manager discovers that the project's business case has not been updated to reflect a recent change in organizational strategy. What should the PM do?

Question 37hardmultiple choice
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A project manager is overseeing a large-scale agile transformation in a traditional organization. The executive sponsor asks the PM to create a detailed project plan for the entire transformation, including Gantt charts. What should the PM do?

Question 38mediummultiple choice
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A project manager is closing a project and compiling lessons learned. The project delivered its objectives but exceeded the budget by 10%. What should the PM include in the lessons learned?

Question 39easymultiple choice
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During a project to develop a mobile app, the product owner wants to add a feature that the team believes will increase user engagement but was not in the approved scope. The sprint is already in progress. What should the project manager do?

Question 40mediummulti select
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A project manager is leading a project that has a change request that would affect the critical path. The change request has been approved. Which TWO actions should the PM take next?

Question 41hardmulti select
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A project manager is managing a project that is part of a program. The program manager asks the PM to provide benefits realization metrics. The project is currently in execution. Which THREE documents should the PM consult to determine the appropriate metrics?

Question 42mediummulti select
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A project manager is conducting a lessons learned workshop at project closure. The team identifies that the project's success was hindered by unclear requirements and lack of stakeholder engagement. Which THREE actions should the PM recommend to improve future projects?

Question 43mediummultiple choice
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You are the project manager for a hybrid software development project. During a sprint review, a key stakeholder requests a new feature that was not in the original scope. The product owner believes it adds significant value. The team estimates it will take two additional sprints. What should you do first?

Question 44hardmultiple choice
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Your organization is undergoing an agile transformation. The current project uses Scrum, but the executive sponsor wants to adopt SAFe to align with enterprise strategy. Several team members resist the change, citing loss of autonomy. As the project manager, what should you do first?

Question 45easymultiple choice
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During a project, a new government regulation is enacted that directly affects your project's deliverables. The regulation requires additional testing and documentation, which will increase costs by 10%. What is the first action you should take?

Question 46mediummultiple choice
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Your project is 40% complete and running 15% over budget due to unforeseen technical challenges. The project sponsor suggests reducing scope by removing non-essential features to meet the budget. What should you do?

Question 47hardmultiple choice
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In a large program using a hybrid approach, two senior developers have a conflict over the technical design of a critical component. The disagreement is causing delays and affecting team morale. As the program manager, what is the best first step?

Question 48easymultiple choice
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Your project is using Scrum. During the daily standup, a team member mentions that a key vendor will be unable to deliver a critical component on time, which will delay the next sprint. What is the best action to take?

Question 49mediummultiple choice
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You are managing a project in a highly regulated industry. An audit reveals that your project is not fully compliant with a new data privacy regulation. The regulation requires specific data handling procedures that your team has not implemented. What should you do first?

Question 50mediummultiple choice
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During a project, an executive stakeholder bypasses you and directly assigns work to your team members. This has caused confusion and rework. What is the best action for you to take?

Question 51mediummultiple choice
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Your agile project has experienced a drop in sprint velocity for three consecutive sprints. The team cites increasing technical debt and unclear requirements. As the project manager, what is the most effective first step?

Question 52easymultiple choice
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You are managing a portfolio of projects. One project has a high probability of missing its deadline, which will impact the organization's strategic goals. What should you do first?

Question 53hardmultiple choice
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Your project is using a hybrid approach. The business case is no longer valid due to a change in market conditions, but the sponsor insists on continuing because significant resources have already been spent. What is the best action?

Question 54mediummultiple choice
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During a project, a risk event that was identified in the risk register occurs. The risk response plan had a mitigation strategy, but it is not fully effective. What should you do first?

Question 55mediummulti select
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You are the project manager for a large infrastructure project. The project is in the execution phase when a key vendor notifies you that they will be unable to deliver a critical component on time due to a supply chain disruption. Which TWO actions should you take?

Question 56hardmulti select
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Your organization is implementing a new project portfolio management (PPM) system. The PMO director wants to ensure that projects are aligned with strategic objectives. Which THREE techniques would be most effective for achieving strategic alignment?

Question 57mediummulti select
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You are the project manager for a software development project using Scrum. During the sprint, the product owner requests a change that would significantly increase the value of the product but also expands scope. Which TWO actions should you take?

Question 58mediummultiple choice
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You are a project manager overseeing a 12-month ERP implementation. During sprint 6 of 20, the product owner informs you that a key stakeholder wants to add a new reporting module that was not in the original scope. The team estimates this would add 3 weeks to the schedule. What should you do FIRST?

Question 59mediummultiple choice
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Your construction project is running 15% over budget at the midpoint. The sponsor asks you to cut costs by reducing quality inspections on concrete pours. What should you do FIRST?

Question 60hardmultiple choice
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You are the project manager for a government IT project. Midway through, a new regulation is enacted that requires additional data privacy controls. The team estimates this will add 4 weeks to the schedule and increase costs by 10%. What should you do FIRST?

Question 61easymultiple choice
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In a hybrid project, the project sponsor asks you to skip the testing phase to meet the deadline. The product is critical for an upcoming trade show. What should you do?

Question 62mediummultiple choice
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During a sprint review, the product owner is unhappy with the delivered functionality and insists that the team redo the work to meet their expectations, even though the team met the acceptance criteria defined in the sprint planning. What should the scrum master do FIRST?

Question 63hardmultiple choice
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You are managing a portfolio of three projects. Project A is on track and aligned with strategic goals. Project B is behind schedule but has high strategic value. Project C is on time but its strategic value has diminished due to market changes. The steering committee asks you to recommend which project to prioritize. What should you do?

Question 64easymultiple choice
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In an agile project, the team's velocity has dropped for three consecutive sprints. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Question 65mediummultiple choice
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A key vendor notifies you that they cannot deliver a critical component for another three weeks. This component is on the critical path. You have identified this risk in the risk register with a contingency plan to use a backup supplier. What should you do FIRST?

Question 66mediummulti select
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Your project is in the execution phase when an executive stakeholder bypasses you and gives direct orders to the team to add a new feature. This feature is not in the scope. Which TWO actions should you take?

Question 67hardmulti select
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Your organization is adopting SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) to improve alignment across multiple agile teams. As a project manager, you are responsible for ensuring that the transformation is successful. Which THREE actions should you take to support the agile transformation?

Question 68mediummulti select
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Your project is being audited for compliance with a new data protection regulation. The audit reveals several non-compliance issues. Which TWO actions should you take FIRST?

Question 69easymulti select
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Your project's business case is being reviewed by the portfolio review board. Which THREE components must be included in a well-developed business case?

Question 70mediummulti select
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You are managing a project to develop a new mobile app. During a sprint, the team encounters a technical challenge that will delay the delivery of a key feature. The product owner is concerned about the impact on the release date. Which THREE actions should you take?

Question 71hardmulti select
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Your organization uses a lessons learned repository. During project closure, you discover that a similar project previously faced scope creep due to unclear requirements. Which THREE actions should you take to apply this knowledge?

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