CTE Technology Project Management 2

Question 1

In telecom project management, what does the 'triple constraint' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Scope, schedule, and cost

Answer

The triple constraint (also called the iron triangle) balances scope, schedule, and cost — changes to one typically affect the others.

Question 2

Which agile ceremony is specifically designed to identify process improvements at the end of each iteration?

Accepted Answer

Sprint retrospective

Answer

The sprint retrospective is held after each sprint to inspect the team's process and create an improvement plan.

Question 3

A telecom company is deploying 5G infrastructure across 12 cities simultaneously. Which project structure is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Program management with multiple sub-projects

Answer

A program management approach coordinates multiple related sub-projects sharing resources and strategic goals, ideal for large multi-city rollouts.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a RACI matrix in a telecom project?

Accepted Answer

Define roles and responsibilities for each task

Answer

A RACI matrix clarifies who is Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed for each project activity.

Question 5

During a fiber network upgrade, the project manager discovers that equipment delivery will be delayed 3 weeks. What should be done FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Assess the impact on the critical path before escalating

Answer

Analyzing the critical path impact first gives the PM the data needed to communicate options and make informed decisions.

(CTE) Certified Telecommunications Executive Practice Test