CAPM Predictive Methodologies 2

Question 1

In predictive project management, which document formally authorizes a project and names the project manager?

Accepted Answer

Project Charter

Answer

The Project Charter formally authorizes the project's existence and grants the project manager authority to apply resources.

Question 2

A project manager is using a predictive approach and needs to decompose deliverables into smaller, manageable components. Which tool is being used?

Accepted Answer

Work Breakdown Structure

Answer

The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) decomposes project scope into smaller, manageable work packages.

Question 3

In a predictive lifecycle, which process group ensures that project activities are completed on time and within scope?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring and Controlling

Answer

Monitoring and Controlling tracks, reviews, and regulates progress and performance to keep the project on plan.

Question 4

A project is using the critical path method. Activity A (5 days) must finish before Activity B (3 days) starts. What is the minimum project duration?

Accepted Answer

8 days

Answer

In a finish-to-start dependency, Activity B cannot start until Activity A finishes, so the total is 5 + 3 = 8 days.

Question 5

Which predictive planning artifact captures the approved version of the scope, schedule, and cost baselines?

Accepted Answer

Project Management Plan

Answer

The Project Management Plan contains the three baselines (scope, schedule, cost) that are used to measure project performance.

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