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PK0-005 Practice Question: A project manager uses a quantitative risk…
A project manager uses a quantitative risk analysis tool that runs thousands of simulations to determine the probability of completing the project by a certain date. Which technique is being used?
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Monte Carlo simulation
Monte Carlo simulation uses repeated random sampling to model the probability of different outcomes, commonly used for schedule and cost risk analysis.
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Decision tree analysis
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Decision tree analysis evaluates alternative choices under uncertainty.
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Monte Carlo simulation
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Correct. This technique runs many simulations to predict outcomes.
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Expected monetary value analysis
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Expected monetary value analysis calculates average outcomes.
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Sensitivity analysis
Why it's wrong here
Sensitivity analysis determines which risks have the most impact.
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