Question 1

The work packages are at a level ____ can be assigned responsibility and accountability for accomplishing the work package.
A) a single organization or individual
B) multiple organizations or individuals
C) a project manager
D) the project team

Accepted Answer

A work package is a manageable unit of work that can be assigned to a single organization or individual for accountability and responsibility. It is important to assign work packages to specific individuals or organizations to ensure clear ownership and accountability for the work being done.

Question 2

Once the project scope document has been prepared and agreed on, the next step in the planning phase is to
A) monitor and control the quality to assure acceptance.
B) create a detailed work breakdown structure.
C) begin work on the project.
D) prepare and approve the contract.

Accepted Answer

Once the project scope document has been prepared and agreed on, the next step is to create a detailed work breakdown structure (WBS). The WBS breaks the project down into smaller, manageable pieces, and helps identify tasks and dependencies, as well as estimate timelines and resources. This will help with organizing and planning the project before work can begin. Monitoring quality, preparing and approving contracts, and beginning work on the project all come later in the project planning and execution phases.

Question 3

The work packages are at a level at which the ____ wants to monitor and control the budget, and can collect data on actual costs and the value of the work completed during the performance of the project.
A) individual assigned to complete the work
B) project manager
C) contractor's chief financial officer
D) project team

Accepted Answer

The project manager is responsible for monitoring and controlling the budget of the project, which includes collecting data on actual costs and the value of work completed at the work package level. The individual assigned to complete the work and the project team may provide input on estimates and progress, but the project manager is ultimately responsible for managing the budget. The contractor's chief financial officer may be involved in the overall financial management of the project, but may not have the detailed information at the work package level.

Question 4

The ____ at a level of a high degree of confidence that all the activities that need to be performed to produce the deliverable can be defined, the types and quantities of resources can be determined, and the associated activity durations and costs can be reasonably estimated.
A) project scope is
B) resources assigned are
C) work packages are
D) applicable technical standards are

Accepted Answer

The statement refers to the level of confidence in defining activities, resources, durations, and costs. These are all characteristics of work packages, which break down the project scope into manageable sections. Therefore, the best choice is C, work packages are at a high degree of confidence.

Question 5

In order to prevent poor quality and avoid quality problems, there needs to be
A) a work breakdown structure.
B) a responsibility assignment matrix.
C) an audit at the end of the project.
D) a project quality plan.

Accepted Answer

A project quality plan outlines the quality objectives and the processes and standards to achieve those objectives. It includes quality assurance and quality control activities to ensure that the project deliverables meet the specified quality requirements. A work breakdown structure and responsibility assignment matrix help to define the scope of work and assign responsibilities, but they do not necessarily address quality. An audit at the end of the project is important, but it is reactive and does not prevent quality problems from occurring.

Question 6

The WBS is ____ of deliverables or end items that will be accomplished or produced by the project team or contractor during the project.
A) serial list
B) a hierarchical tree
C) network diagram
D) control system

Accepted Answer

The WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) is a hierarchical tree that breaks down the project scope into smaller and more manageable components. Each level represents a more detailed description of the project deliverables or end items that will be accomplished or produced by the project team or contractor during the project. The hierarchical structure helps to organize and define the project scope, and provides a framework for scheduling, cost estimating, resource allocation, and project control.

Question 7

The lowest-level work item of any one branch is called
A) a work package.
B) a deliverable.
C) an assignment.
D) a product.

Accepted Answer

Work packages are the lowest-level work items that are required to complete a specific task or project. They are components of a larger project plan and are defined by a set of objectives, timelines, resources needed, and completion criteria. Work packages can be assigned to a specific team member or group, and they are used to track progress, allocate resources, and measure the success of a project. Deliverables, assignments, and products are all related to work packages, but they are not the same thing.

Question 8

____ is a structured approach for organizing all the project work and deliverables into logical groupings and subdividing them into more manageable components to help ensure that all the work and deliverables to complete the project are identified and included in the baseline project plan.
A) Assigning responsibilities in a responsibility assignment matrix
B) Obtaining agreement for the project scope document
C) Creating a work breakdown structure
D) Finalizing the project quality plan

Accepted Answer

A Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) is a structured approach to breaking down a project into smaller, more manageable components. This helps to ensure that nothing is missed out and all work and deliverables are included in the project plan. A Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM) is a tool used to assign responsibilities to team members, while obtaining agreement for the project scope document and finalizing the project quality plan are important steps in project planning, but they are not related to creating a WBS.

Question 9

The project scope document defines ____ in terms of the statement of work and deliverables, and the WBS establishes the framework for ____ to produce the project deliverables.
A) who will get the work done, how it needs to be done
B) how the work will get done, what needs to be done
C) what needs to be done, how the work will get done
D) who needs to get the work done, who will get the work done

Accepted Answer

The project scope document defines what needs to be done in terms of the statement of work and deliverables, while the WBS establishes the framework for how the work will get done to produce the project deliverables. Option A is incorrect because it only focuses on who will get the work done, rather than the process or tasks that need to be completed. Option B is incorrect because it only focuses on how the work will get done, without specifying what needs to be done. Option D is incorrect because it only focuses on who needs to get the work done, without specifying the tasks or process involved in completing the project deliverables.

Question 10

To help assure quality, the project quality plan should contain written procedures for
A) assigning resources to tasks to be sure they meet the acceptance criteria.
B) using various quality tools and techniques, such as audits, inspections, testing, checklists, and so on.
C) communicating with stakeholders about subcontractors.
D) scope creep.

Accepted Answer

The project quality plan should contain written procedures for using various quality tools and techniques, such as audits, inspections, testing, checklists, and so on. This will help ensure that quality is being monitored and maintained throughout the project lifecycle. The other options (A, C, and D) address different aspects of project management but do not specifically relate to quality assurance.

Question 11

A ____ emphasizes who is responsible for each work item and shows each individual's role in supporting the overall project.
A) responsibility assignment matrix
B) network diagram
C) work breakdown structure
D) project scope document

Accepted Answer

A responsibility assignment matrix (RAM) assigns tasks to individual team members and identifies who is responsible, accountable, consulted, or informed for each work item. It clarifies each individual's role in supporting the overall project. Network diagrams show the sequence of activities and their dependencies, work breakdown structures break down the project into smaller tasks, and project scope documents define the project's goals, deliverables, and requirements.

Question 12

The ____ all of the lowest-level work packages in the work breakdown structure constitutes completion of the project work scope.
A) accomplishment or production of
B) listing in the WBS of
C) assignment of resources to
D) changing of

Accepted Answer

The completion of all the lowest-level work packages in the work breakdown structure signifies the accomplishment or production of the project work scope.

Question 13

The WBS should be decomposed to a level that identifies individual work packages for
A) each person that planned the project.
B) each resource assigned to the project.
C) the level of detail specified by the customer.
D) each specific deliverable listed in the project scope document.

Accepted Answer

The WBS should be decomposed to a level that identifies individual work packages for each specific deliverable listed in the project scope document. This ensures that all the tasks required to produce the deliverables are included in the project plan and can be tracked for progress and completion.

Question 14

The project team or contractor must avoid ____, which is informally making changes to the project scope without appropriate approval.
A) scope change
B) scope creep
C) editing the project scope document
D) updating the work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

Scope creep is the uncontrolled expansion of the project scope, which often happens informally without appropriate approval. Scope change can be a legitimate and approved adjustment to the project scope. Editing the project scope document and updating the work breakdown structure are necessary tasks during project planning and execution, but they do not inherently involve scope changes without approval.

Question 15

Having other project team members participate in developing the project scope statement and work breakdown structure increases the likelihood of building all the following except
A) commitment to the project plan.
B) commitment to completing the project successfully.
C) teamwork.
D) higher quality requirements.

Accepted Answer

Having other project team members participate in developing the project scope statement and work breakdown structure can result in higher quality requirements since they bring their own expertise and perspective. However, this does not necessarily guarantee commitment to the project plan, completing the project successfully, or improved teamwork.

Question 16

The ____ states the specific deliverable that is expected to be completed from the work activities associated with each lowest level-work package.
A) WBS in an indentured list format
B) project scope in a hierarchical graphic chart format
C) responsibility assignment matrix
D) network diagram

Accepted Answer

The WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) in an indentured list format provides a hierarchical decomposition of the project scope into smaller and more manageable work packages, with each package representing a specific deliverable or outcome. This detailed breakdown helps to ensure that all necessary work is identified and completed, and that there is no overlap or duplication of effort. The other options listed (project scope in a hierarchical graphic chart format, responsibility assignment matrix, and network diagram) are also useful project management tools, but they do not specifically address the deliverables associated with each work package in the same detailed manner as the WBS.

Question 17

Many projects ____ because of scope creep caused by additional work that was not documented or approved, or was not communicated and in turn caused errors or rework for other elements of the project.
A) overspend their budget or are not completed on time
B) are completed early and under budget
C) are accepted and renewed
D) are not contracted

Accepted Answer

Scope creep refers to the uncontrolled expansion of project scope without corresponding adjustments to time, cost, and resources. This often results in overspending the budget or delaying the project completion. Choice A best reflects the negative impact of scope creep on a project. Choices B, C, and D are not relevant to the question.

Question 18

Quality standards that will be used should also be stated and referenced in other appropriate project documents, such as technical specifications and acceptance criteria, and communicated to members of the project team
A) at the outset of the project before the work begins.
B) after the work begins on the project.
C) when the project team starts working on the specific tasks.
D) at the end to check that the quality is met.

Accepted Answer

Quality standards should be communicated to the project team at the outset of the project, before the work begins. This ensures that all team members are aware of the expectations for quality and can incorporate those standards into their work from the beginning. Waiting until after work begins or when specific tasks are being worked on may result in rework or additional costs to meet the standards. Checking for quality only at the end may also result in additional costs and delays if quality standards have not been met during the project.

Question 19

It is important to plan for ____ in performing the project to assure that the work is done according to specifications and applicable standards and that deliverables meet acceptance criteria.
A) quality
B) resources
C) time
D) scope creep

Accepted Answer

Quality planning is the process of identifying quality requirements and standards for the project and product, and specifying how the project will meet those standards. It includes defining the quality objectives, specifying the necessary resources, such as personnel and tools, and defining the quality control and assurance activities to be performed throughout the project. Planning for quality is important to ensure that the project work is done right the first time, and that the deliverables meet the specified requirements and are acceptable to the stakeholders.

Question 20

A comprehensive project scope document is ____ the work breakdown structure.
A) important because it is the foundation for creating
B) not needed for creating
C) the same as
D) not as important as

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive project scope document is important because it serves as the foundation for creating the work breakdown structure. The scope document includes all the requirements, deliverables, and objectives of the project, which are then used to create the work breakdown structure. Without a clear scope document, the project team may have difficulty defining and organizing the project tasks.

Quiz 4: Defining Scope, Quality, Responsibility, and Activity Sequence

The work packages are at a level ____ can be assigned responsibility and accountability for accomplishing the work package.

Once the project scope document has been prepared and agreed on, the next step in the planning phase is to

The work packages are at a level at which the ____ wants to monitor and control the budget, and can collect data on actual costs and the value of the work completed during the performance of the project.

The ____ at a level of a high degree of confidence that all the activities that need to be performed to produce the deliverable can be defined, the types and quantities of resources can be determined, and the associated activity durations and costs can be reasonably estimated.

In order to prevent poor quality and avoid quality problems, there needs to be

The WBS is ____ of deliverables or end items that will be accomplished or produced by the project team or contractor during the project.

The lowest-level work item of any one branch is called

____ is a structured approach for organizing all the project work and deliverables into logical groupings and subdividing them into more manageable components to help ensure that all the work and deliverables to complete the project are identified and included in the baseline project plan.

The project scope document defines in terms of the statement of work and deliverables, and the WBS establishes the framework for to produce the project deliverables.

To help assure quality, the project quality plan should contain written procedures for

A ____ emphasizes who is responsible for each work item and shows each individual's role in supporting the overall project.

The ____ all of the lowest-level work packages in the work breakdown structure constitutes completion of the project work scope.

The WBS should be decomposed to a level that identifies individual work packages for

The project team or contractor must avoid ____, which is informally making changes to the project scope without appropriate approval.

Having other project team members participate in developing the project scope statement and work breakdown structure increases the likelihood of building all the following except

The ____ states the specific deliverable that is expected to be completed from the work activities associated with each lowest level-work package.

Many projects ____ because of scope creep caused by additional work that was not documented or approved, or was not communicated and in turn caused errors or rework for other elements of the project.

Quality standards that will be used should also be stated and referenced in other appropriate project documents, such as technical specifications and acceptance criteria, and communicated to members of the project team

It is important to plan for ____ in performing the project to assure that the work is done according to specifications and applicable standards and that deliverables meet acceptance criteria.

A comprehensive project scope document is ____ the work breakdown structure.