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CompTIA Project+ Exam Questions

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41.

Some industries require projects to adhere strictly to regulations and standards to remain compliant and avoid penalties. Which of the following is LEAST likely to occur if regulations and standards are ignored?

  • Missed milestones

  • Rescinded government funding 

  • Penalty fees

  • Sanctions against the project manager's organization

Correct answer: Missed milestones

Missing milestones would most likely occur as a result of failing to follow other project management best practices.

A government or other regulatory body may enforce penalties such as imposing sanctions, removing financial backing, or fining an organization for ignoring regulations and standards.

42.

Becki has been assigned to establish a Physical Security policy for her project. Which of the following BEST fits into a Physical Security policy categorization?

  • Restricted access to project data centers

  • A login system for secure project data

  • Hiring only staff who have an active security clearance

  • An outline of specific intellectual property that contributes to the project

Correct answer: Restricted access to project data centers

Access to a data center is an example of Physical Security, in which a person must take physical action to maintain or breach security protocols.

A login system is an example of a Digital Security policy. Security clearance falls under an Operational Security policy. Intellectual property is part of a Data Security policy. 

43.

You are the project manager for a software development project. The project involves designing a new web application for a client. The project has a total duration of six months, with the first three months dedicated to the design and development phase, followed by two months for testing, and a final month for deployment. The project team consists of ten members, including developers, testers, and designers.

Which of the following schedule management techniques would be MOST appropriate to ensure the project stays on track?

  • Critical Path Method (CPM)

  • Gantt chart

  • Resource leveling

  • Monte Carlo simulation

Correct answer: Critical Path Method (CPM)

The Critical Path Method (CPM) is a schedule management technique that identifies the longest path of dependent activities in a project and helps to determine the shortest possible project duration by identifying critical tasks that must be completed on time. This technique is particularly useful for projects with a fixed deadline, such as the web application project described in the scenario. 

A Gantt chart is a tool that displays project activities and their durations as horizontal bars and is useful for tracking progress against a schedule. Resource leveling is a technique used to resolve conflicts between the availability of resources and the schedule of activities. Monte Carlo simulation is a statistical technique that uses random variables to simulate a range of possible outcomes for a project. While all of these techniques can be useful for schedule development and management, CPM is the most appropriate for ensuring the project stays on track given the fixed deadline.

44.

In a project, team members from two different departments are constantly having misunderstandings and miscommunications, and their progress is suffering as a result. Despite efforts to resolve the issue at the team level, the problem persists. What should the project manager do to address this issue?

  • Escalate the issue to the functional managers of the team members for resolution

  • Ignore the issue and hope it resolves itself over time

  • Replace the team members with others who communicate better

  • Change the project's communication plan and start over from scratch

Correct answer: Escalate the issue to the functional managers of the team members for resolution

When team-level efforts to resolve communication issues fail, the project manager should escalate the issue to the relevant functional managers for resolution. This ensures that the problem is dealt with at a higher level, where more resources and authority are available to address the issue.

Ignoring the issue is not a viable solution as it will only make the problem worse over time. Similarly, replacing team members should be considered only as a last resort, after all other options have been exhausted. Finally, changing the project's communication plan may be necessary in some cases, but it is not the first step to take when addressing communication issues between team members.

45.

You are the project manager for a software development project. Your team has identified a critical bug in the software that could cause a security breach. The bug fix requires a major overhaul of the affected code, which could delay the project by several weeks. However, you have a key deadline approaching in two weeks and can't afford to delay the project. What resolution technique could you use to address this situation?

  • Workaround

  • Transference

  • Avoidance

  • Mitigation

Correct answer: Workaround

A workaround is a temporary solution that can be used to address an issue or problem without resolving the underlying cause. In this situation, the critical bug in the software requires a major overhaul of the code, which would take several weeks to complete. However, since you have an important deadline in two weeks, a workaround could be used to address the bug temporarily and allow the project to continue. Once the project is completed, the underlying cause of the bug can be addressed through a permanent fix.

Avoidance, transference, and mitigation are all examples of risk responses and do not provide a temporary solution to address an issue. 

46.

Sasha is a project manager at Acme Inc. He is debating whether to use an asynchronous communication method to communicate with a project team member. Of the following, what are some of the reasons to use an asynchronous communication method?

Select all that apply.

  • Sasha does not want to interrupt the team member

  • The team member is in a time zone without overlapping working hours with Sasha

  • The topic requires real-time back-and-forth conversation

  • It may be easy to misunderstand Sasha's intent in a written message

Asynchronous communications, like email, do not require immediate responses. Asynchronous communications are useful when:

  • You want to reduce interruptions
  • Participants are in vastly different time zones

Downsides of asynchronous communication include taking longer to reach a decision and a higher probability of miscommunication. 

47.

Which of the following BEST describes a quality gate?

  • A review point in the project when predefined criteria are used to assess the quality of deliverables

  • A tool used to track project tasks and timelines

  • A document that outlines project roles and responsibilities

  • A board that approves or rejects project changes

Correct answer: A review point in the project when predefined criteria are used to assess the quality of deliverables

A quality gate is a predetermined point in the project when a review is conducted to ensure that the deliverables meet predefined quality criteria. 

Quality gates are not used for tracking project tasks and timelines. A project charter or project plan is a document that outlines project roles and responsibilities. A change control board is responsible for reviewing and approving or rejecting project changes.

48.

Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a status update meeting?

  • To review the progress of the project and identify any issues or risks

  • To provide team members with a time to voice their concerns or complaints

  • To discuss changes to the project scope or schedule

  • To determine how to allocate resources to tasks

Correct answer: To review the progress of the project and identify any issues or risks

The primary purpose of a status update meeting is to review the progress on the project and identify any issues or risks. This meeting allows the project manager to stay informed on the status of tasks, provide guidance, and adjust the project plan as needed.

While team members may use the meeting to discuss concerns, the primary purpose is not to voice concerns and complaints. Changes to the project scope or schedule may be discussed in the meeting, but it is not the primary purpose. Resource allocation is typically determined during the Planning phase. 

49.

Martin is an executive at Company A. He has the authority to assign monetary assets and resources to Project Y. He is also responsible for approving and signing the project charter.

Which BEST describes Martin's role in the project?

  • Project sponsor

  • Project manager

  • SME

  • Business analyst 

Correct answer: Project sponsor

The project sponsor is responsible for approving and signing the project charter. They are usually an executive in the company with the authority to assign money and resources to the project.

The project manager may write the project charter, but it is the project sponsor who needs to approve and sign it. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) is someone who has expertise and knowledge of how to perform specific work. The business analyst is responsible for gathering and documenting the requirements of the project. 

50.

A project team wants to display the work completed in an iteration along with all the remaining work. Which of these charts is a viable option to meet the criteria?

  • Burnup chart

  • Ishikawa diagram

  • Fishbone diagram

  • Control chart

Correct answer: Burnup chart

A burnup chart starts at zero and shows completed work across iterations along with all remaining work. It is different from a burndown chart because burndown charts start with the remaining work and "burn down" to zero.

An Ishikawa diagram (also known as a cause-and-effect diagram or fishbone diagram) visualizes the relationship between problem effects and causes.

A control chart measures samples of a process over time and displays the variance among those samples. Control charts help organizations strike a balance between cost and quality. 

51.

Of the following, which is MOST likely to be written during a project's Planning phase?

  • Quality Assurance (QA) Plan

  • Enforcement of vendor rules of engagement

  • Documentation archival

  • Review of existing artifacts

Correct answer: Quality Assurance (QA) Plan

Quality Assurance (QA) should have a clear definition before the Planning phase is complete. The project team should have a clear idea of how performance will be measured against the specifications.  

Vendor rules of engagement are managed during the Execution phase. Project documents should be archived during the project's Closing phase. The existing artifacts should be reviewed by the team during the Initiation phase of the project. 

52.

Which of the following BEST describes a project management plan?

  • An assortment of documents that describe what the project is, what the project will deliver, and how the project's processes will be managed

  • An artifact authorizing the project to begin

  • A statement that describes the objectives and purpose of the project

  • A plan that describes how the team will define and manage the scope

Correct answer: An assortment of documents that describe what the project is, what the project will deliver, and how the project's processes will be managed

A project management plan is an assortment of documents that describe what the project is, what the project will deliver, and how the processes of the project will be managed. 

A project charter authorizes a project to begin. The preliminary scope statement describes only the objectives and purpose of the project. The scope management plan describes how the team will define and manage the project scope. 

53.

Project requirements can fall into different categories. Which of the following are NOT standard types of requirements?

Select all that apply.

  • PDM 

  • PERT

  • Business requirements

  • Functional requirements

  • NFRs

Business requirements, functional requirements, and Nonfunctional Requirements (NFRs) are three common examples of requirement categories. 

The Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM) is a popular network diagramming method. PDM uses boxes and arrows to represent tasks and activities and enables visualization of dependencies. A project manager may use PDM to map dependencies between different activities on a project. For example, the Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) is a popular type of PDM diagram used to help map dependencies.

54.

Which of the following is a type of formal communication?

Select all that apply.

  • Written report

  • Project kickoff meeting

  • Ad hoc phone call

  • Instant message between project team members

Project communications fall into two high-level groups:

  • Formal communications include key project events like the project kickoff meeting, written reports, and planned events.
  • Informal communications include the various day-to-day communications that occur throughout a project, such as ad hoc phone calls, emails, text messages, and instant messages between project team members.

55.

Which of the following BEST describes a resolution plan in project management?

  • A plan that outlines how project issues will be resolved

  • A plan that outlines how risks will be monitored and managed throughout the project life cycle

  • A plan that outlines how changes to the project scope will be managed

  • A plan that outlines how project resources will be allocated

Correct answer: A plan that outlines how project issues will be resolved

A resolution plan is a document that outlines the steps and actions required to address and resolve project issues. It includes a description of the issue, potential solutions, responsible parties, and timelines for completion. 

A plan that outlines how risks will be monitored and managed throughout the project is a risk management plan. A scope management plan outlines how changes to the project scope will be managed. A resource management plan outlines how project resources will be allocated.

56.

New equipment was just added to the infrastructure as part of a new project. Where should this be documented?

  • Change log

  • Status report

  • Issue log

  • Project charter

Correct answer: Change log

A change log is a form of documentation that describes change requests. Any changes made to the infrastructure, including software updates, new equipment, and changes to applications, should be captured in the change log.

A status report is a report to stakeholders on the status of project deliverables. An issue log lists any issues and contains list numbers, descriptions, and owners. A project charter authorizes a project to start. 

57.

Which of the following is a KEY consideration when developing a project budget?

  •  Cost estimates

  • Project scope

  • Project milestones

  • Project team size

Correct answer: Cost estimates

Cost estimates are a critical component of a project budget. Accurate cost estimates help ensure that the budget covers all necessary expenses and prevent overspending. 

Project scope, milestones, and team size are all important factors to consider in project planning, but they do not directly determine the project budget.

58.

There are multiple ways to manage conflict on a project. Which of the options below are examples of lose-lose conflict-resolution techniques?

Select all that apply.

  • Smoothing 

  • Avoiding

  • Collaborating

  • Forcing

For the Project+ exam, there are five different conflict resolution techniques you should be familiar with:

  1. Smoothing: a lose-lose technique that emphasizes areas of agreement instead of addressing the real issue. Smoothing also occurs if the real issue is significantly downplayed. Smoothing is not a permanent solution. 
  2. Forcing: a win-lose technique in which one party forces a resolution. Forcing is a permanent solution. 
  3. Compromising: a technique in which all sides give something up in the interest of reaching a solution. Generally, neither side really wins or loses with the compromising technique. This solution can be permanent depending on the solution the parties agree to.
  4. Collaborating: the best technique for conflict resolution and a win-win technique. It involves the team working together cordially to find the right solution and focusing on facts. The solution is typically permanent. 
  5. Avoiding: a lose-lose technique in which one or more of the parties does not discuss the conflict.

59.

What is the MAIN difference between Capital Expenses (CapEx) and Operational Expenses (OpEx) in a project budget?

  • CapEx is used for purchasing assets that provide long-term benefits, while OpEx is used for ongoing operational costs

  • CapEx is used for ongoing operational costs, while OpEx is used for purchasing assets that provide long-term benefits

  • CapEx and OpEx are the same and can be used interchangeably in a project budget

  • CapEx is used for the costs of human resources, while OpEx is used for the costs of equipment

Correct answer: CapEx is used for purchasing assets that provide long-term benefits, while OpEx is used for ongoing operational costs

Capital Expenses (CapEx) are investments made by a company to acquire, upgrade, or maintain physical assets with long-term benefits. 

On the other hand, Operational Expenses (OpEx) are the ongoing costs of running a business or project, such as salaries, rent, utilities, and supplies. CapEx and OpEx are distinct categories of expenses with different characteristics. CapEx and OpEx are not specific to HR or equipment expenses. 

60.

Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) in project procurement and vendor selection?

  • To protect the confidential information of the organization and prevent it from being shared with third parties

  • To establish a partnership between the organization and the vendor 

  • To provide a framework for the payment and compensation structure for the vendor

  • To outline the project scope and objectives

Correct answer: To protect the confidential information of the organization and prevent it from being shared with third parties

The purpose of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) in project procurement and vendor selection is to protect the confidential information of the organization and prevent it from being shared with third parties. This is especially important when engaging with potential vendors who will be privy to sensitive information about the organization and its operations. 

An NDA does not establish a partnership; rather, it sets clear expectations for the protection of confidential information. Payment and compensation structure for a vendor are typically outlined in a separate agreement, such as a statement of work or contract. Project scope and objectives are typically outlined in the project charter or other project documentation.

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