CCM Project and Program Management 3

Question 1

The Schedule Performance Index (SPI) for a project is 0.85. This means the project is:

Accepted Answer

Running behind schedule

Answer

An SPI less than 1.0 (SPI = BCWP/BCWS) indicates the project is behind schedule, accomplishing less work than planned.

Question 2

In construction project management, a 'baseline' schedule serves primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Provide an approved reference point against which actual progress is measured

Answer

The baseline schedule is the approved version of the project schedule used to track and measure performance throughout execution.

Question 3

When a project manager identifies a risk event with a 30% probability and a $200,000 potential impact, what is the expected monetary value (EMV)?

Accepted Answer

$60,000

Answer

EMV = Probability × Impact = 0.30 × $200,000 = $60,000.

Question 4

Which project management process group involves finalizing all project management activities to formally close a project or phase?

Accepted Answer

Closing

Answer

The Closing process group includes obtaining final acceptance, releasing resources, and archiving project records.

Question 5

A subcontractor is consistently delivering materials two days late, causing delays. The MOST appropriate first step for the construction manager is to:

Accepted Answer

Hold a corrective action meeting to identify the cause and agree on a recovery plan

Answer

A corrective action meeting is the appropriate first step to understand root causes and collaborate on a recovery plan before escalating.

(CCM) Certified Construction Manager Practice Test

(CCM) Certified Construction Manager Practice Test

CCM Project and Program Management 3