Test Bank for Contemporary Project Management, 5th Edition by Timothy Kloppenborg

Chapter 01 - Introduction to Project Management
True / False

1. A project is a unique, temporary effort that has a definite beginning and a definite ending with several related or
interdependent tasks to create a unique product or service that adds business value.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

2. A project is an ongoing endeavor undertaken to maintain a reliable product or service.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False

3. Projects are subject to limitations of time and resources such as funding and people and they should follow a planned
and organized approach with a defined beginning and end.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

4. Project plans and goals become more specific after previous work is completed.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

5. The Agile Manifesto comprises five core values and ten principles.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False

6. A project manager needs to be concerned with achieving the goals of scope and quality (often called performance),
subject to constraints of time and cost.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

7. Many different project life cycle models are used for projects executed in different types of organizations and
industries.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

8. Generally, the pace of work and amount of money spent remain consistent from one life cycle stage to another.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False

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9. The customer, the person or organization, who will use the project’s product, service, or result, can be either internal or
external to the organization.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

10. Most companies with well-developed project management systems insist that a project must pass an approval of some
kind to move from one life cycle stage to the next.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

11. All projects go through predictable stages called a project life cycle. The name and number of phases are determined
by the organization(s) involved in the project.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

12. PMI research shows that to be a successful project manager, one must develop knowledge and skills in three areas:
technical, behavioral, and strategic.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

13. Integration Management, one of the ten PMBOK Guide 6e Knowledge Areas, represents the processes and activities to
combine and coordinate the various processes and project management activities.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

14. Scope Management, one of the ten PMBOK Guide 6e Knowledge Areas, includes the processes to manage the timely
completion of the project.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False

15. While the PMBOK Guide 6e was prescriptive, describing specific processes by their inputs and outputs, the PMBOK
Guide 7e describes twelve principles that provide broad guidance for understanding project management.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

16. The desired outcomes of the PMBOK Guide 7e Team Performance Domain include shared ownership, a high-
performing team, and leadership by all.
a. True
b. False
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ANSWER: True

17. Cost Management, one of the ten PMBOK Guide 6e Knowledge Areas, includes the processes involved in estimating,
budgeting, and controlling cost.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

18. The only critical measures of project success are completing the project on schedule and on budget.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False

19. A successful project is one that is completed without heroics—that is, people should not burn themselves out to
complete the project.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

20. Many projects are fully successful in some ways but less successful in other aspects.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

21. According to the PMBOK Guide 7e, a project team should first select the development approach they choose to use,
and then tailor it for both the organization and the project.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

22. The Project Management Office (PMO) is comprised of the top leader in the organization (CEO or other officer) and
directly reports who select, prioritize and resource projects.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False

23. The project manager is the person assigned by the performing organization to lead the team that is responsible for
achieving the project objectives.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True

Multiple Choice

24. Which of the following examples is NOT a typical or appropriate situation to employ project management?
a. Improving an existing work process
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b. Installing a new computer system
c. Conducting a routine, standard customer service operation
d. Developing a new product
ANSWER: c

25. Which of the following examples is NOT a typical or appropriate situation to employ project management?
a. Improving a soldering process in an assembly line
b. Processing deposits and withdrawals in a bank
c. Installing a new accounting application on a server
d. Developing a new medical device for use by clinics
ANSWER: b

26. All of the following factors have influenced the increased reliance upon project management in recent years EXCEPT:
a. rapid growth and changes in the information technology and telecommunications industries.
b. the realization that techniques developed on complex projects can be simplified and used for less complex
projects.
c. increased competition in the global economy and ever-increasing market demand.
d. the steady demands of ongoing operational work.
ANSWER: d

27. All of these are causes of project failure EXCEPT:
a. complete, clear requirements.
b. inadequate user involvement.
c. unrealistic expectations.
d. inadequate planning.
ANSWER: a

28. The majority of the “hands-on” tasks are typically completed at which stage of the project life cycle?
a. Selecting and initiating
b. Planning
c. Executing
d. Closing and realizing
ANSWER: c

29. An adaptive, change-driven life cycle approach works well when:
a. the product is well understood.
b. it is possible to define the project work and outcomes early in the project.
c. there is significant uncertainty at the start of the project and many changes are likely.
d. there is an agreed-upon date by which the project will be delivered.
ANSWER: c

30. Which of the following statements correctly describes project management?
a. Project management uses knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet stakeholder needs and expectations.
b. Project management should not involve tradeoffs between scope, schedule and cost.
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