FPM WEEK 11 - Scenario

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A team is debating whether to invest in better quality materials for a deliverable. The project manager suggests performing a cost-benefit analysis. Which benefit is most relevant to highlight?

Reduced rework and long-term cost savings. (correct)

Increased team satisfaction and morale.

Enhanced project sponsor engagement.

Improved compliance with government regulations.

A project team identifies several defects during testing. The project manager emphasizes "prevention over inspection" in the quality management plan. What action aligns best with this principle?

Train team members on quality standards to minimize errors. (correct)

Establish penalties for defects discovered in the testing phase.

Increase inspection efforts for future deliverables.

Focus only on resolving the current defects.

A project deliverable was rejected for not meeting "fitness for use." What quality dimension is most likely lacking?

Conformance to requirements.

Continuous improvement.

Fitness for use. (correct)

Cost of quality compliance.

The project manager uses a Pareto chart to prioritize quality issues. What is the main purpose of this tool?

Focus on the small number of causes that contribute to most defects. Signup and view all the answers

A project manager analyzes the cost of quality (COQ). Which cost is classified as a cost of non-conformance?

Reworking defective deliverables. Signup and view all the answers

The project deliverables meet all technical requirements but fail to satisfy the client's expectations. What should the project manager have included in the quality management plan?

Fitness for use criteria and client-specific needs. Signup and view all the answers

A deliverable must pass internal quality checks before being presented to the client. This process is an example of:

Quality assurance. Signup and view all the answers

A project team must ensure deliverables meet a strict Definition of Done (DoD) before the end of each sprint. Which aspect is not typically included in the DoD?

High-level re-prioritization of the backlog. Signup and view all the answers

A project is terminated due to budget cuts. Which closing activity is unique to this scenario?

Creating a transition plan for residual project staff. Signup and view all the answers

Which closure type best describes a project where deliverables are incorporated into daily operations?

Integration. Signup and view all the answers

During project closure, the team conducts a post-mortem to evaluate performance. What should this activity primarily focus on?

Identifying lessons learned for future projects. Signup and view all the answers

In an adaptive project, the Definition of Done is prominently displayed during each sprint. What is its primary purpose?

Ensure transparency and alignment on deliverable criteria. Signup and view all the answers

In an adaptive project, how is the closure of deliverables typically achieved?

Through continuous sprint reviews and retrospectives. Signup and view all the answers

A project manager is closing out a project when they discover incomplete documentation for one of the deliverables. The sponsor is unaware of this issue and has approved the final product. What should the project manager prioritize?

Complete the missing documentation as part of the project closure activities. Signup and view all the answers

A quality audit during project closure reveals that a key deliverable does not meet performance standards but is still functional. The client expresses willingness to accept it as-is. What is the best course of action?

Deliver the product to the client but document the quality gap and lessons learned. Signup and view all the answers

During project closure, the team identifies a risk that was not previously documented but could affect ongoing operations. What should the project manager do?

Document the risk in the lessons learned repository and inform the operational team. Signup and view all the answers

A project manager is tasked with closing a project that failed to achieve its original objectives. Stakeholders are dissatisfied, but the sponsor wants closure expedited. What should the project manager prioritize?

Conduct a thorough lessons learned session to identify root causes of failure. Signup and view all the answers

A project team has transitioned deliverables to the operations team. The operations team reports that the deliverables are incomplete and requests additional support. How should the project manager handle this?

Provide transitional support to the operations team while documenting the gaps. Signup and view all the answers

A project manager discovers that critical project metrics were not tracked effectively during execution. Stakeholders request a final report with this data. How should the project manager respond?

Use available data to create an approximate report and explain any gaps. Signup and view all the answers

The client demands early closure of a project before all deliverables are complete. This risks non-compliance with contractual obligations. What should the project manager do?

Communicate the risks of early closure and negotiate to meet critical contractual requirements. Signup and view all the answers

The project sponsor requests a summary of all accepted risks during project closure. What is the primary purpose of this activity?

To inform stakeholders of residual risks that may impact future operations. Signup and view all the answers

A retrospective review reveals that the project team repeatedly underestimated resource requirements. What should the project manager do with this information during closure?

Include this insight in the lessons learned repository to inform future projects. Signup and view all the answers

During the final quality check, a deliverable passes all tests but does not fully meet client expectations due to unclear requirements. How should the project manager proceed?

Engage with the client to understand their expectations and plan a resolution. Signup and view all the answers

The project team encounters significant delays during the final phase. The sponsor insists on meeting the original deadline despite the setbacks. What is the best course of action?

Perform a fast-track or crash analysis to identify ways to meet the deadline. Signup and view all the answers

A client requests additional functionality during project closure, which was not part of the original scope. How should the project manager respond?

Evaluate the request and propose a new project to address it. Signup and view all the answers

A final audit reveals that some project documents are missing, but the deliverables have been accepted by the client. What should the project manager prioritize?

Recreate the missing documents to ensure compliance with organizational policies. Signup and view all the answers

The project team identifies opportunities for product improvement during closure. However, the sponsor prefers to focus on wrapping up deliverables. What is the best course of action?

Document the opportunities for improvement in the lessons learned repository. Signup and view all the answers

A team member raises concerns that the client may struggle to use the deliverables without proper training. Training was not included in the original plan. How should the project manager respond?

Arrange a basic training session to support the client post-handover. Signup and view all the answers

A project's closure report is delayed because team members are unavailable for final input. What is the best solution?

Use existing project records to complete the report and provide updates later if needed. Signup and view all the answers

During final testing, the client discovers a minor defect in a non-critical feature. The client is willing to accept the defect, but the team wants to fix it. What should the project manager prioritize?

Deliver the product with the defect and document it for future resolution. Signup and view all the answers

A project team member reports that there is incomplete knowledge transfer to the operational team during closure. What should the project manager prioritize?

Extend the knowledge transfer activities to ensure operational readiness. Signup and view all the answers

The client has accepted the final deliverable, but an internal audit reveals a variance in the original budget vs. actual costs. What is the project manager's best course of action?

Document the variance in the final report and explain the reasons behind it. Signup and view all the answers

During a lessons learned workshop, team members report that unclear requirements were a recurring issue. How should the project manager address this finding?

Recommend a stronger requirements management process for future projects. Signup and view all the answers

A project manager is closing out an agile project. One user story remains incomplete due to unresolved technical challenges. What is the best approach?

Move the incomplete story to the product backlog for future prioritization. Signup and view all the answers

The project sponsor requests additional details in the final report that are outside the agreed project scope. How should the project manager handle this request?

Negotiate with the sponsor to balance the additional effort with the closure timeline. Signup and view all the answers

A key stakeholder disputes the project's final performance metrics, claiming they are inaccurate. What should the project manager do?

Review the metrics with the stakeholder and validate their accuracy with supporting data. Signup and view all the answers

A project sponsor questions whether residual risks from the project will affect operational performance. What should the project manager include in the closure process to address this?

A comprehensive risk handover report detailing residual risks. Signup and view all the answers

The project manager is preparing to archive project documents. A team member suggests retaining working files for potential audits. How should the project manager proceed?

Archive both finalized documents and relevant working files. Signup and view all the answers

A vendor contract includes a clause requiring a final performance evaluation before release of the final payment. The vendor disputes the evaluation results. What is the project manager's next step?

Review the evaluation criteria with the vendor and negotiate any discrepancies. Signup and view all the answers

During project closure, the client requests that all deliverables include an extended warranty. The warranty was not included in the original contract. What should the project manager do?

Negotiate a change order to include the extended warranty as an additional service. Signup and view all the answers

The project team identifies a defect in a non-critical deliverable after closure activities have begun. What should the project manager prioritize?

Resolve the defect as part of the closing process and document the issue. Signup and view all the answers

The project team is finalizing the lessons learned documentation. Some team members disagree on what constitutes a key lesson. How should the project manager handle this?

Facilitate a discussion to reach consensus on key lessons. Signup and view all the answers

A project involves handing over a new system to the IT operations team. The operations team lacks training on the system. What should the project manager prioritize during closure?

Deliver a basic training session as part of the handover. Signup and view all the answers

A sponsor is dissatisfied with the project outcome despite all deliverables meeting agreed-upon requirements. What is the best way for the project manager to address this?

Organize a closure meeting to clarify expectations and gather feedback. Signup and view all the answers

A project deliverable is complete, but the quality audit reveals several minor inconsistencies. The client requests immediate delivery. What should the project manager do?

Deliver the product as requested and document the inconsistencies for future resolution. Signup and view all the answers

A project team member suggests skipping the final lessons learned session to save time. What should the project manager prioritize?

Conduct the session as planned to capture valuable insights for future projects. Signup and view all the answers

The project team encounters discrepancies in the final financial records. What is the best way for the project manager to handle this during closure?

Investigate and reconcile the discrepancies before finalizing the financial report. Signup and view all the answers

A project deliverable passes all quality checks but does not integrate seamlessly with existing systems. What should the project manager prioritize?

Provide integration support as part of the project closure. Signup and view all the answers

The final stakeholder meeting reveals unresolved concerns about a minor feature. All other deliverables have been approved. What should the project manager do?

Document the concerns and address them post-closure as part of operational activities. Signup and view all the answers

A sponsor requests a detailed closure report including operational handover metrics. This was not part of the original closure plan. How should the project manager respond?

Update the closure plan to include the requested metrics. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Project Management Exam Questions and Answers

Cost-benefit analysis: A project team should prioritize cost savings from reduced rework.
Quality Management: Prevention of defects is more effective than solely addressing them. In quality management, training team members on quality standards is crucial.
Quality Dimensions: "Fitness for use" is a critical quality aspect. It's a common quality dimension that a team analyzes and prioritizes.
Pareto Chart: A Pareto chart helps prioritize quality issues by focusing on the most significant root causes.
Cost of Quality (COQ): Reworking defective items is a cost of non-conformance in a COQ analysis.
Project Closure: Create a transition plan for residual project staff during budget cuts and termination.
Closure-Type: Deliverables that are incorporated into daily operations are closed out as an integration type of closure.
Project Closure Risks: Risks that are part of ongoing operations need to be addressed during project closure activities.
Adaptive Projects: Ensure transparency by displaying the definition of done (DoD) prominently during each iterative sprint.
Deliverables Issues: If a deliverable passes tests but doesn't meet client expectations, engage with the client to understand and resolve the issue.
Missing Documentation: When documents are missing, create a final report with placeholders for missing information and then notify stakeholders.
Project Closure and Incomplete Documentation: Complete the missing documentation as part of the closure activities.
Performance Issues during Closure: If quality issues are not met during a final quality check, engage with the client to understand their expectations and plan a resolution to the problem.
Project Scope: Reject client requests outside initial project scope.
Lessons Learned: Document critical project events for future improvement and future projects.
Quality Issues during Closure: A project manager should address quality issues, ensuring the product meets client standards, even during a project's closing stages.
Early Closure: Before a project's closure, address early closure requests to ensure compliance and priortize tasks to meet critical contract requirements and obligations.
Resource Allocation: If resources are miscalculated, document the discrepancies in your report. Also, recommend improvements for the planning resources.
Stakeholder Concerns: If a stakeholder disputes metrics, verify the accuracy of the metrics with supporting data.
Operational Performance: A risk mitigation plan should be considered and implemented during operations in a project's closure process.
Project Documentation: If requested, provide a final report with requested data, but note gaps found in data tracking,
System Integration: Prioritize seamless integration of the deliverable into existing systems.
Closing Issues: Document all outstanding issues found during a closing activity as a lesson learned.
Warranty Requests: Negotiate change orders to include warranty requests if outside original scope.
Deliverables Incomplete: Address any discrepancies in deliverables or provide support to the operations team.

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