CPSM CSPM Project Integration & Scope Management 4

Question 1

Which document traces requirements from their origin through design, development, and testing?

Accepted Answer

Requirements traceability matrix

Answer

The requirements traceability matrix links each requirement to its origin and tracks it throughout the project lifecycle.

Question 2

During project execution, a technical lead makes a 'minor' design change without submitting a change request. The PM should:

Accepted Answer

Require a formal change request and reverse the change if denied

Answer

All changes—regardless of perceived size—must go through integrated change control to maintain the integrity of the baselines.

Question 3

What is the MAIN output of the Define Scope process?

Accepted Answer

Project scope statement

Answer

The project scope statement is the primary output of Define Scope, providing a detailed description of the project and product scope.

Question 4

A project sponsor asks the PM to fast-track delivery without changing scope. What risk does this introduce?

Accepted Answer

Increased rework due to parallel activities that may create conflicts

Answer

Fast-tracking overlaps sequential activities, increasing the risk of rework when later activities depend on incomplete earlier ones.

Question 5

Which integration management activity ensures that changes to one knowledge area are reflected across all related plans?

Accepted Answer

Perform Integrated Change Control

Answer

Perform Integrated Change Control reviews all change requests and coordinates updates across scope, schedule, cost, and other management plans.

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