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What is a factor influencing the quality of estimates related to project complexity?
What is a factor influencing the quality of estimates related to project complexity?
- Padding estimates
- People
- Project complexity (correct)
- Project structure and organization
Which type of estimate is based on estimates of elements found in the work breakdown structure?
Which type of estimate is based on estimates of elements found in the work breakdown structure?
- Top-down estimate
- Bottom-up estimate (correct)
- Group consensus estimate
- Analogical estimate
In top-down estimates, who usually determines the project duration and total cost?
In top-down estimates, who usually determines the project duration and total cost?
- Team members
- Top managers (correct)
- Project managers
- Stakeholders
What guideline suggests adding risk assessment to the estimate to avoid surprises to stakeholders?
What guideline suggests adding risk assessment to the estimate to avoid surprises to stakeholders?
Which type of estimate is usually derived from someone who uses experience and/or information to determine the project duration and total cost?
Which type of estimate is usually derived from someone who uses experience and/or information to determine the project duration and total cost?
What factor influences the quality of estimates related to the planning horizon?
What factor influences the quality of estimates related to the planning horizon?
What type of estimate is based on estimates of elements found in the work breakdown structure?
What type of estimate is based on estimates of elements found in the work breakdown structure?
Which guideline suggests the use of several people to estimate?
Which guideline suggests the use of several people to estimate?
What type of estimate is derived from analogy, group consensus, or mathematical relationships?
What type of estimate is derived from analogy, group consensus, or mathematical relationships?
What is the purpose of adding contingencies in estimating guidelines?
What is the purpose of adding contingencies in estimating guidelines?
