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PMI-ACP Delivery Practice Question

Which TWO things should a practitioner consider when setting WIP limits?

Answer choices

Why each option matters

Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.

Correct answer & explanation

The identified bottlenecks in the workflow.

Team capacity and the current bottlenecks are the primary factors in setting effective WIP limits.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • The identified bottlenecks in the workflow.

    Why this is correct

    Limits are used to control flow through bottlenecks.

  • The total team capacity.

    Why this is correct

    Limits should be based on what the team can handle.

  • The number of managers.

    Why it's wrong here

    Management count is irrelevant to WIP.

  • The total budget.

    Why it's wrong here

    Budget doesn't define WIP limits.

  • The number of project phases.

    Why it's wrong here

    WIP relates to tasks, not phases.

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