Question 1

A project has a defined beginning and end,resources,a budget,and a(n)_______________.
A)objective
B)scope
C)outcome
D)model

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

Except in extreme cases,the evaluation of success or failure is ________ because time and cost to complete the project are _________.
A)Subjective;estimates
B)Done by the project manager;fixed
C)Objective;inflexible
D)Done by the project team;set by them

Accepted Answer

The evaluation of success or failure is often subjective because the time and cost to complete a project are usually based on estimates, which can vary and are not always precise.

Question 3

Michelle Symonds suggested a set of seven deadly sins of project management,that is,the common mistakes that companies commit that contribute to project failure.Which is not one of these deadly mistakes?
A)No organizing schedule
B)No project plan
C)No budget tracking
D)No change management process

Accepted Answer

The other three options (B, C, D) are all common mistakes in project management that can contribute to project failure. However, "no organizing schedule" is not mentioned as one of the seven deadly sins of project management according to Michelle Symonds.

Question 4

The triple constraint refers to the three attributes that must be managed effectively for successful completion and closure of any project.Which is not one of those attributes?
A)Cost or budget
B)Deliverables
C)Scope
D)Time

Accepted Answer

The triple constraint refers to cost/budget, scope, and time. Deliverables are a product or service that is created as part of the project, but they are not one of the three constraints that must be managed.

Question 5

Which was not a result of the failed Denver Airport Baggage System project?
A)The project had to be scaled down from servicing all concourses to servicing only one concourse.
B)There was a 16-month delay in the airport's opening.
C)The original automated baggage-handling system is still being used today.
D)The delay resulted in an additional $560 million to build DIA.

Accepted Answer

The original automated baggage-handling system is not still in use today. It was scrapped and replaced with a manual system after the project failed.

Question 6

In a recent survey,Price-Waterhouse-Cooper reported that only ________ of digital projects were completed according to specifications,i.e.set out to do what they said they would do.
A)25%
B)75%
C)35%
D)55%

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a recent survey,Price-Waterhouse-Cooper reported that only...

Question 7

The ________ defines the project plan and is a legal contract used to document the agreement between parties.
A)Business case
B)Project plan review
C)Statement of work
D)Work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

The statement of work (SOW) is a document that defines the project plan and is a legal contract used to document the agreement between parties. It describes in detail the work that will be performed, the deliverables, the timeline, the budget, and the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved. The business case outlines the reasons for undertaking the project, the benefits, and the risks. The project plan review is a meeting to review the project plan with stakeholders. The work breakdown structure (WBS) is a hierarchical breakdown of the project deliverables and work to be performed.

Question 8

Enterprises face the challenge of deciding which investments to make and how to allocate scarce resources to competing projects.Typically,a senior manager composes a(n)________ that outlines the justification for the start-up and funding of a project.
A)Project portfolio
B)Business case
C)ROI analysis
D)Business impact statement

Accepted Answer

A business case is a detailed document that outlines the justification for starting and funding a project. It includes analysis of the potential benefits, costs, and risks of the project, as well as an assessment of the feasibility and alignment with business goals. A project portfolio is a collection of projects managed together, ROI analysis is a tool used to measure the return on investment for a specific project or initiative, and a business impact statement communicates the potential impact of a project on the organization. However, none of these options fully capture the task of outlining justification for the start-up and funding of a project, making B the best choice.

Question 9

Too often the final stage of a project,the ________,is skipped to save time and effort.
A)budgeting
B)executing
C)postmortem
D)controlling

Accepted Answer

The postmortem is the final stage of a project and involves reflecting on the project's successes and failures. Skipping this stage means missing the opportunity to learn from mistakes and improve future projects. Budgeting, executing, and controlling are all earlier stages of a project.

Question 10

Project managers need to recognize the risk of __________,which is the piling up of small changes that by themselves are manageable,but collectively can cause significant project growth.
A)Over allocation
B)Critical path
C)Triple constraints
D)Scope creep

Accepted Answer

Scope creep refers to the tendency of a project's scope to gradually expand beyond its original intended boundaries. This can happen when small changes or additions are made along the way, which individually may seem minor or manageable, but as they accumulate, they can lead to significant changes in the project's direction, timeline, and budget. Project managers need to be vigilant about scope creep and have strategies in place to manage it, such as setting clear project objectives, establishing change control processes, and regularly reviewing and revising the project scope.

Question 11

During project analysis,IT projects should be examined holistically-that is,in combination to identify investment synergies.This approach is known as ________.
A)ROI analysis
B)Business impact analysis
C)Project portfolio management
D)Capital budgeting

Accepted Answer

Project portfolio management involves examining IT projects as a whole in order to identify investment synergies, and is therefore the best choice for this question. ROI analysis and capital budgeting are both financial analysis techniques that can be used in project analysis but do not necessarily involve a holistic examination of IT projects. Business impact analysis, while important, focuses more on the potential outcomes and risks of an individual project rather than analyzing projects together for synergies.

Question 12

A project is a series of tasks to produce one or more ________,which are items that you hand off to the client or management for their review and approval.
A)Critical paths
B)Deliverables
C)Resources
D)Gantt charts

Accepted Answer

Deliverables are items that you hand off to the client or management for their review and approval, which are the end goal of a project. Critical paths are the sequence of tasks that are necessary to complete a project on time. Resources are the people, materials, and equipment needed to complete a project. Gantt charts are a visual representation of a project's timeline and schedule.

Question 13

Lessons learned to keep projects on track include all of the following except ________.
A)Set realistic and detailed project plans with adequate time and resources.
B)Encourage timely feedback and be willing to listen.
C)Manage risk with regular project status reviews.
D)Perform a postmortem with all members of the project team.

Accepted Answer

Performing a postmortem with all members of the project team is actually a recommended practice for learning from the project and not an exception. It helps in understanding what went well and what didn't, thereby improving future projects. The other options (A, B, C) are indeed lessons learned to keep projects on track.

Question 14

Which of the following is not a red flag that indicates IT project problems?
A)Project has launched without senior buy-in
B)Users have too much early involvement
C)No detailed testing plan exists
D)No detailed project plan exists

Accepted Answer

Users having too much early involvement is not necessarily a red flag for IT project problems. In fact, involving users early on in the project can help ensure that the final product meets their needs and requirements. A, C, and D are all red flags indicating potential project problems. Lack of senior buy-in can lead to lack of resources or support, a lack of a detailed testing plan can lead to errors or issues with the product, and a lack of a detailed project plan can lead to confusion or miscommunication amongst team members.

Question 15

The ________ identifies all work or activities that need to be performed,the schedule of work,and who will perform the work.
A)Business case
B)Project plan review
C)Statement of work
D)Work breakdown structure

Accepted Answer

The work breakdown structure (WBS) identifies all work or activities that need to be performed in a structured and hierarchical format, along with the schedule of work and who will perform it. It breaks down the project into smaller, more manageable components, making it easier to plan, schedule, and execute. The other options (A, B, and C) do not provide the same level of detail about the work to be performed and who will perform it.

Question 16

Project management is gaining in importance for all types of projects because of _________.
A)Regulations and compliance requirements
B)The increased use of consultants and vendors
C)Technology complexity,tighter budgets,tougher competition,and shorter time-to-delivery requirements
D)Migration from data centers to cloud computing,tough competition,and cost control.

Accepted Answer

Technology complexity, tighter budgets, tougher competition, and shorter time-to-delivery requirements are all factors that have contributed to the increasing importance of project management. This is because effective project management is essential for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Question 17

A project has each of the following characteristics except ________.
A)Clearly defined scope,deliverables,and results
B)An estimated budget that is subject to a high degree of uncertainty
C)Low risk with a high profit potential or benefits
D)An estimated time frame or schedule that is subject to a high degree of uncertainty

Accepted Answer

The other options (A, B, and D) are common characteristics of a project, but low risk with a high profit potential or benefits is not necessarily a characteristic of all projects. Some projects may involve high risk with limited benefits, while others may involve low risk with moderate benefits. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

Question 18

Project managers must manage the __________,which consists of all tasks that must start and finish on schedule or the project will be delayed unless corrective action is taken.
A)Over allocation
B)Critical path
C)Triple constraints
D)Scope creep

Accepted Answer

The term "critical path" refers to the sequence of tasks that must be completed on time in order to keep the project on schedule. If any task on the critical path falls behind schedule, the entire project will be delayed unless corrective action is taken. Therefore, project managers need to pay close attention to the critical path and take measures to ensure that it stays on track.

Question 19

A project plan is specified in a __________.
A)Resource pool
B)Gantt chart
C)Work breakdown structure
D)Critical path

Accepted Answer

The answer of A project plan is specified in a...

Question 20

________ is a structured methodology to plan,manage,and control the completion of a project throughout its life cycle.
A)Project planning
B)Project management
C)Systems development
D)System design

Accepted Answer

The structured methodology referred to in the question is the definition of project management. Project planning is only one aspect of project management, as it involves determining project goals, objectives and defining tasks that need to be executed to accomplish the project's goals. Systems development and system design are specific areas within the broader domain of project management.

Quiz 13: Systems Development and Project Management

A project has a defined beginning and end,resources,a budget,and a(n) _______________.

Except in extreme cases,the evaluation of success or failure is because time and cost to complete the project are _.

Michelle Symonds suggested a set of seven deadly sins of project management,that is,the common mistakes that companies commit that contribute to project failure.Which is not one of these deadly mistakes?

The triple constraint refers to the three attributes that must be managed effectively for successful completion and closure of any project.Which is not one of those attributes?

Which was not a result of the failed Denver Airport Baggage System project?

In a recent survey,Price-Waterhouse-Cooper reported that only ________ of digital projects were completed according to specifications,i.e.set out to do what they said they would do.

The ________ defines the project plan and is a legal contract used to document the agreement between parties.

Enterprises face the challenge of deciding which investments to make and how to allocate scarce resources to competing projects.Typically,a senior manager composes a(n) ________ that outlines the justification for the start-up and funding of a project.

Too often the final stage of a project,the ________,is skipped to save time and effort.

Project managers need to recognize the risk of __________,which is the piling up of small changes that by themselves are manageable,but collectively can cause significant project growth.

During project analysis,IT projects should be examined holistically-that is,in combination to identify investment synergies.This approach is known as ________.

A project is a series of tasks to produce one or more ________,which are items that you hand off to the client or management for their review and approval.

Lessons learned to keep projects on track include all of the following except ________.

Which of the following is not a red flag that indicates IT project problems?

The ________ identifies all work or activities that need to be performed,the schedule of work,and who will perform the work.

Project management is gaining in importance for all types of projects because of _________.

A project has each of the following characteristics except ________.

Project managers must manage the __________,which consists of all tasks that must start and finish on schedule or the project will be delayed unless corrective action is taken.

A project plan is specified in a __________.

________ is a structured methodology to plan,manage,and control the completion of a project throughout its life cycle.