The final approval authority for system-related National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
documentation is the: Correct Answer: Component Acquisition Executive (CAE).
Who would certify the interoperability performance of a command and control system used by both the
Army and Navy? Correct Answer: Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC).
Barriers to the successful implementation of Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD)
include the following (Select all that apply): Correct Answer: 1. Need for significant cultural change.
2. Contractor uses IPPD / DoD does not
3. Poorly run meetings or reviews.
The Navy awards a cost-plus award fee (CPAF) contract for $265 million to design and develop electronic
components for a communications system within 18 months. What reports, if any, would the contractor
normally need to provide to the Program Management Office regarding their cost, schedule, and
technical performance? Correct Answer: The contractor would submit a Contract Performance Report
(CPR) formats 1 through 5 and an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
Which of the following are "Best Practices" that may be appropriate for software intensive programs?
(Select all that apply) Correct Answer: Use metrics to manage and monitor risk.
Which of the following exceptions to the full funding policy would allow the Government to budget for
buying three years worth of engines under one contract in order to save money? Correct Answer:
Multiyear Procurement.
Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) has primary responsibility for Developmental T&E functions
throughout DoD. Correct Answer: False.
Transitioning to Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD) will involve application of certain
key tenets, such as customer focus, concurrent development, and: Correct Answer: Event-driven
scheduling.
Which one of the following T&E products is required at Milestone C? Correct Answer: Approved TEMP
If a contractor chooses to use their own quality system, they must demonstrate compliance with the
established military standard through formal third party certification. . Correct Answer: False.
A _______ is an aggregation of program elements that reflects a macro-level force mission or support
mission of DOD. Correct Answer: Major Program (MP).
Which of the following is recognized as a barrier to the successful implementation of Integrated Product
and Process Development (IPPD)? Correct Answer: Lack of commitment from top management