CAPM Predictive Plan-Based Methodologies Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are components of the project management plan?
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Why each option matters
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Schedule baseline
Options A, D, and E are correct. The project management plan includes baselines (scope, schedule, cost) as core components. Quality metrics (B) are part of the quality management plan, which is a subsidiary plan, but not a standalone component of the PM plan. The risk register (C) is a project document, not a component of the project management plan.
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Schedule baseline
Why this is correct
The schedule baseline is a component of the project management plan.
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Quality metrics
Why it's wrong here
Quality metrics are often part of the quality management plan, but not typically listed as a component; baselines are the key components.
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Risk register
Why it's wrong here
The risk register is a project document, not part of the PM plan.
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Cost baseline
Why this is correct
The cost baseline is part of the project management plan.
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Scope baseline
Why this is correct
The scope baseline is part of the project management plan.
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