PfMP Portfolio Performance Management Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are methods used in portfolio performance analysis?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Variance analysis.
These methods provide insight into how the portfolio is performing against plans.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Variance analysis.
Why this is correct
Compares actuals against the baseline.
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Office noise level monitoring.
Why it's wrong here
Irrelevant.
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Individual team member personality assessment.
Why it's wrong here
Not a portfolio performance method.
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Earned value management.
Why this is correct
Used to monitor performance in terms of scope, schedule, and cost.
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Trend analysis.
Why this is correct
Helps identify performance patterns over time.
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