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A software development team is deciding between two project management methodologies: Waterfall and Agile. Under what circumstances would Agile be the more suitable choice?
A software development team is deciding between two project management methodologies: Waterfall and Agile. Under what circumstances would Agile be the more suitable choice?
- When the team is geographically distributed and requires a highly structured communication plan.
- When the project is exploratory, with evolving requirements and a need for frequent feedback from stakeholders. (correct)
- When the client requires extensive documentation and formal sign-off at each stage of the development process.
- When the project has a fixed scope, a clear set of requirements, and minimal expected changes.
In a Scrum framework, what is the primary responsibility of the Product Owner?
In a Scrum framework, what is the primary responsibility of the Product Owner?
- To manage the development team and ensure tasks are completed on time.
- To write code and perform testing to contribute directly to the sprint goals.
- To facilitate Scrum meetings and remove impediments blocking the development team.
- To define, prioritize, and maintain the product backlog, ensuring it reflects stakeholder needs. (correct)
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Kanban?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Kanban?
- Time-boxed iterations with specific roles and ceremonies.
- Detailed sprint planning sessions to estimate effort and assign tasks.
- A strict hierarchy with project managers assigning tasks to team members.
- Visualizing workflow, limiting work in progress (WIP), and focusing on continuous flow. (correct)
A project manager is using a Gantt chart. What is the primary purpose of this chart?
A project manager is using a Gantt chart. What is the primary purpose of this chart?
What is the purpose of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in project management?
What is the purpose of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in project management?
What does 'scope creep' refer to in project management?
What does 'scope creep' refer to in project management?
During a project, a critical risk event occurs. What is the first step the project manager should take according to standard risk management practices?
During a project, a critical risk event occurs. What is the first step the project manager should take according to standard risk management practices?
A project team is consistently missing deadlines, and morale is low. What action should a project manager prioritize to address these issues?
A project team is consistently missing deadlines, and morale is low. What action should a project manager prioritize to address these issues?
What is the main purpose of a project post-mortem or retrospective meeting?
What is the main purpose of a project post-mortem or retrospective meeting?
During a project, a key stakeholder requests a significant change to the project scope. What should the project manager do first?
During a project, a key stakeholder requests a significant change to the project scope. What should the project manager do first?
Flashcards
Risk Management
Risk Management
A systematic process to identify, assess, and reduce risks, involving hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures.
Hazard Identification
Hazard Identification
The initial step in risk management, involving the recognition of potential dangers or sources of harm in the workplace.
Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment
Evaluating the probability and severity of potential harm from identified hazards.
Risk Control Measures
Risk Control Measures
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Monitoring and Review
Monitoring and Review
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Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
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Safety Management System
Safety Management System
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